Sneakiness (Noun)
Meaning
A disposition to be sly and stealthy and to do things surreptitiously.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- Her reputation preceded her, known for a history of sneakiness that left many wary around her.
- He employed his sneakiness to gather intel from competitors without arousing suspicion.
- The sly detective prized her sneakiness as an essential skill in solving high-stakes cases.
- Their policy of sneakiness was ultimately exposed when an internal document was leaked to the press.
- Her initial charm turned into an exercise in sneakiness, carefully manipulating others for personal gain.