verdeckt — meaning in English
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English meaning
- clandestinely adv Secretly, without other people knowing.
- covert adjective Secret or hidden; done in a concealed way.
- surreptitious adj Done secretly and quietly so that other people do not notice.
- undercover adjective Carried out secretly, especially as part of an investigation.
- underhanded adjective Dishonest, sly, or deceitful.
Senses
verdeckt is used for these senses in English:
- clandestinely In a secret or covert manner.
- covert (figuratively) Secret, surreptitious, concealed.
- surreptitious Stealthy, furtive, well hidden, covert (especially movements).
- undercover Employed or engaged in spying or secret investigation.
- underhanded Done by moving the hand (and arm) from below.
clandestinely — full definition
- adv Secretly, without other people knowing.
- adv In a way that breaks the law or official rules.
covert — full definition
- adjective Secret or hidden; done in a concealed way.
- noun A thicket or dense area of undergrowth where game animals hide.
- noun In birds, a small feather that covers the base of a larger flight feather.
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