Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
a snake in the grass
idiom
ə sneɪk ɪn ðə ɡræs
Definition
A person who pretends to be friendly but is actually harmful or deceitful.
Examples
- Although he seemed supportive, he turned out to be a snake in the grass when he betrayed us.
- Be careful who you trust; there might be a snake in the grass among your friends.
Meaning
The phrase describes someone who seems like a companion but is actually a hidden threat or has treacherous intentions.
Synonyms
- deceiver
- betrayer
- traitor
