skulking
/ˈskʌlkɪŋ/
adjective
- Moving or hiding in a stealthy, secretive, or cowardly way.
- The skulking dog kept its tail between its legs as it approached.
- A skulking figure was seen creeping around the back of the house.
- She gave the skulking teenager a stern look until he came out of the corner.
Antonyms
noun
- The act of moving or hiding in a sneaky or secretive manner.
- Skulking is not allowed during the game — you have to stay in the open area.
- The spy's constant skulking made the neighbors suspicious.
- There was too much skulking in the hallways for the principal's liking.