Origin
From furtive + -ly.
furtively
adverb
Furtively is defined as something done quietly or secretly in a manner intended not to attract attention.
When you try to enter quietly so no one sees you or hears you, this is an example of a time when you enter furtively.
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Sentence Examples
- Dron was disconcerted, glanced furtively at Alpatych and again lowered his eyes.