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furtive vs sneak

sneak vs furtive

furtive is not a noun while sneak is a noun.

furtive and sneak both are adjectives.

furtive is not a verb while sneak is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
furtive No Yes No No
sneak Yes Yes Yes No
As adjectives, furtive and sneak are synonyms defined as:
  • furtive and sneak: marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed
Other synonyms of furtive include sneaky, stealthy, surreptitious.
furtive (noun) sneak (noun)
someone acting as an informer or decoy for the police
someone who prowls or sneaks about; usually with unlawful intentions
a person who is regarded as underhanded and furtive and contemptible
furtive (adjective) sneak (adjective)
marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed
secret and sly or sordid
furtive (verb) sneak (verb)
to go stealthily or furtively
make off with belongings of others
pass on stealthily
put, bring, or take in a secretive or furtive manner
Difference between furtive and sneak

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