furtive

/fˈɜːtɪv/

/ˈfɝtɪv/

furtive

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

synonyms : sneak(a)

secret and sly or sordid

synonyms : backstair

Examples

1. Intead, they share furtive looks from across the room.

2. Like a furtive ribbon, this undulated moray eel has followed the scent of flesh.

3. If someone likes you, they’ll steal furtive glances.

4. Then, the male detects a furtive movement in a tree alongside the Ewaso Ngiro, and the hunt begins.