Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
furtive glance
Phrase
/ˈfɜːrtɪv ɡlæns/
Definition
A quick, secretive look, often taken to avoid detection or to conceal one’s intentions.
Examples
- She cast a furtive glance at the clock, worried she would be late.
- He caught her giving him a furtive glance before quickly looking away.
- During the meeting, he took a furtive glance at the notes on her desk.
Meaning
A furtive glance is a sly or stealthy look, typically given when one is trying to be discreet or is acting in a hidden manner. It often implies a sense of secrecy or mischief.
Synonyms
- Secret glance
- Stealthy look
- Sneaky peek
- Surreptitious gaze
