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SNEAK

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There are 10 meanings of the word Sneak.

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Sneak - as a noun

A person who is regarded as underhanded and furtive and contemptible

Someone who prowls or sneaks about; usually with unlawful intentions

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
prowlerstalker

Someone acting as an informer or decoy for the police

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Sneak - as an adjective satellite

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

Example: "A furtive manner"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
furtivesneakystealthysurreptitious

Sneak - as a verb

To go stealthily or furtively

Example: "..stead of sneaking around spying on the neighbor's house"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
creepmousepussyfoot

Put, bring, or take in a secretive or furtive manner

Example: "Sneak a look"

Make off with belongings of others

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Pass on stealthily

Example: "He slipped me the key when nobody was looking"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
slip

Sneak - as an adjective

In advance; before release to the general public.

Example: "The company gave us a sneak look at their new electronic devices."

In a stealthy or surreptitious manner.

Example: "I was able to get a sneak peek at the guest list."

Example Sentences

"He tried to sneak past the security guard."
"She managed to sneak a peek at the test answers."
"The cat can sneak up on its prey without making a sound."
"We need to sneak out of the house without waking up the kids."
"He likes to sneak into the kitchen and steal cookies."
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Word Game Points

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

SNEAK has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is SNEAK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sneak is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SNEAK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is SNEAK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sneak is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SNEAK has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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