Definition of Furtive
Furtive
Fur·tive


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(adjective)
Having or showing a sneaky or secretive nature.

e.g. The furtive glance she gave her boss hinted at her guilt.

(adjective)
sly or stealthy, suggesting nervousness or guilt;

e.g. She looked furtive and eventually admitted that she had stolen the money.

(adjective)
stolen or obtained by illicit or secret means;

e.g. The company had no records of their furtive profits.



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