Synonyms of on the sly
5 similar words
Another word for on the sly is furtively. Other synonyms of on the sly are clandestinely, on the down-low, on the quiet and on the Q.T..
Synonyms and similar words for on the sly
adverbSlyly, in an inconspicuous manner, so as not to be seen; secretly; stealthily.
- clandestinely
- furtivelyIn a furtive manner.
- on the down-low
- on the quietSurreptitiously.
- on the Q.T.Quietly; in a secretive manner; clandestinely.
Meaning of on the sly
- adverb Slyly, in an inconspicuous manner, so as not to be seen; secretly; stealthily.
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Questions about synonyms of on the sly
- What is another word for on the sly?
- On the sly has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as furtively, clandestinely, on the down-low, on the quiet and on the Q.T..
- What does on the sly mean?
- On the sly means slyly, in an inconspicuous manner, so as not to be seen; secretly; stealthily.
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