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sneak vs sneaky

sneaky vs sneak

sneak is a noun but sneaky is not a noun.

sneak and sneaky both are adjectives.

sneak is a verb but sneaky is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
sneak Yes Yes Yes No
sneaky No Yes No No
As adjectives, sneak and sneaky are synonyms defined as:
  • sneak and sneaky: marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed
Other synonyms of sneak include furtive, stealthy, surreptitious.
sneak (noun) sneaky (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
sneak (adjective) sneaky (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
marked by deception
sneak (verb) sneaky (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 sneak and sneaky

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