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slithery

UK
/ˈslɪðəri/
US
/ˈslɪðəri/

Translations

slitheryadjective
slitherier
Comp.
slitheriest
Super.
UK
/ˈslɪðəri/
US
/ˈslɪðəri/
sinueuxSe dit d’un mouvement ou d’une apparence rappelant celui d’un serpent.
The slithery creature moved silently through the grass.
La créature sinueuse se déplaçait silencieusement dans l’herbe.
The slithery path made it difficult to walk without slipping.
Le sentier glissant rendait la marche difficile sans glisser.
Additional translations
fourbeEmploi figuré ; registre courant.
Synonyms
gliding
lithe
serpentine
smooth
sneaky
slimy

Definitions

slitheryadjective
Having a smooth, slippery surface or quality, often causing it to move or slide easily.
The slithery path made it difficult to walk without slipping.
Resembling or characteristic of a snake in movement or appearance.
The slithery creature moved silently through the grass.
Figuratively, deceitful or untrustworthy in a subtle, sneaky way.
I don't trust that slithery salesman; he never gives a straight answer.
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