Stealthy
(adjective)
- Acting or done in a covert or secretive way.
- Moving or proceeding in a silent or unobtrusive way.
Origin:
From the old english word "stealth" meaning "the act of stealing, or taking something secretly".
Examples:
- He entered the house in a stealthy manner, trying not to make any noise.
- The burglar was stealthy, he didn't make any noise when he entered the house.
- The spy was stealthy and able to gather information without being detected.
- The animal is stealthy and can move quietly through the forest.
- The company's new product launch was very stealthy, it was not announced until the last minute.