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FURTIVE

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Furtive.

How to pronounce furtive:

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Furtive - as an adjective satellite

Marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed

Example: "A furtive manner"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sneaksneakystealthysurreptitious

Secret and sly or sordid

Example: "Backstairs gossip"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
backstairbackstairs

Furtive - as an adjective

Stealthy.

Exhibiting guilty or evasive secrecy.

Example Sentences

"He cast a furtive glance over his shoulder to see if anyone was watching."
"She made a furtive attempt to steal a cookie from the jar."
"The spy moved in a furtive manner to avoid detection."
"The students exchanged furtive whispers during the exam."
"The cat moved with furtive steps towards the birdcage."
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Word Game Points

Is FURTIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, furtive is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FURTIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is FURTIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, furtive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FURTIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is FURTIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, furtive is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FURTIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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