Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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act | Yes | No | Yes | No |
sneak | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
act (noun) | sneak (noun) |
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something that people do or cause to happen | someone acting as an informer or decoy for the police |
a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet | someone who prowls or sneaks about; usually with unlawful intentions |
a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body | a person who is regarded as underhanded and furtive and contemptible |
a short performance that is part of a longer program | |
a manifestation of insincerity |
act (adjective) | sneak (adjective) |
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marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed |
act (verb) | sneak (verb) |
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behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself | to go stealthily or furtively |
pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind | make off with belongings of others |
discharge one's duties | pass on stealthily |
play a role or part | put, bring, or take in a secretive or furtive manner |
perform on a stage or theater | |
behave unnaturally or affectedly | |
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) | |
have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected | |
be suitable for theatrical performance |