adjective
sneaking
adjective
1
Held privately or quietly, without being openly admitted — often used for a feeling or suspicion.
"She had a sneaking suspicion he was lying."
"I have a sneaking admiration for how bold he was."
How to Use Sneaking
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA quiet, half-hidden feeling you have but might not say out loud.
Common pairings
a sneaking suspicion
a sneaking feeling
a sneaking admiration
Word Forms
more sneaking comparative, sneakings plural, most sneaking superlative
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She had a _____ suspicion he was lying.