insidiously
/ɪnˈsɪdiəsli/
adverb
- In a gradual, subtle way that causes harm.
- The rumor spread insidiously through the small town before anyone could stop it.
- The invasive plant grew insidiously, choking out native species.
- Stress can insidiously damage your health over many years.
- In a treacherous or deceitful manner.
- She insidiously manipulated her coworkers to take credit for their work.
- The hacker insidiously installed malware that stole passwords one by one.
- The advertisement insidiously suggested that buying the product would solve all problems.
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