释义 |
Adjective: surreptitious `surup'tishus- Marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed
"a surreptitious glance at his watch" - furtive, sneak, sneaky, stealthy - Conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods
"surreptitious mobilization of troops" - clandestine, cloak-and-dagger, hole-and-corner, hugger-mugger, hush-hush, secret, undercover, underground
See also: concealed, covert |