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Synonyms of slinky

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Another word for slinky is snug. Other synonyms of slinky are figure-hugging, willowy and surreptitious.

Synonyms and similar words for slinky

adjectiveFurtive, stealthy or catlike.

adjectiveThin; lank; lean.

  • litheSlim but not skinny.

adjectiveOf a garment: close-fitting; clingy.

adjectiveMore synonyms

  • surreptitiousStealthy, furtive, well hidden, covert (especially movements).
  • willowyTall, slender and graceful.
  • snugClose-fitting.

Meaning of slinky

  1. adjective Furtive, stealthy or catlike.
  2. adjective Thin; lank; lean.
  3. adjective Of a garment: close-fitting; clingy.

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Questions about synonyms of slinky

What is another word for slinky?
Slinky has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as snug, figure-hugging, willowy and surreptitious.
What does slinky mean?
Slinky means furtive, stealthy or catlike.

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