Slyly

Pronunciation: /ˈslaɪliː/

Slyly (adv)

  1. In a way that seems friendly or normal, but is meant to trick someone.
  2. With hidden intentions, using small tricks to get an advantage.

Examples

  • She smiled slyly, pretending to help while planning to cheat.
  • He agreed slyly, but he really wanted to take credit.

Slyly (adverb)

Examples

  • She smiled slyly, hiding her clever plan.
  • He answered slyly, though he seemed unsure.