covert

see definition of covert

adjclandestine, underhanded

Synonyms for covert

adj clandestine, underhanded

Antonyms for covert

cloak-and-dagger

adjective. full of secrecy

concealed

adjective. hidden, secret

cover

noun. hiding place

covers

noun. hiding place

Word Origin & History

c.1300, from Old French covert "hidden, obscure, underhanded," literally "covered," past participle of covrir "to cover" (see cover). Related: Covertly.

Example Sentences for covert

There was covert insinuation of suspicion, albeit a kindly one, in the man's voice.

He shot her a covert glance—causelessly, for her naiveté was flawless.

Mr. Bentham discreetly ignored the covert threat in Wrayson's words.

After skirting the covert, she turned homewards by a pathway through the trees.

Bertignac was suspected of a covert satire on the authorities.

By what reprisals should he resent this covert impertinence?

No, no,” Tom Tulk agreed, with a covert little sneer and grin; “not you.

"Wheel them to my house, Joseph Beaker," she said at last, with a covert eagerness.

Finally, resignation; and covert murmurs about green bay-trees.

Lennon thought he caught a glitter of suspicion in their covert glances.