What is another word for Creepingly?

Pronunciation: [kɹˈiːpɪŋlɪ] (IPA)

Creepingly is a word that describes something that is advancing in a slow, gradual, and unnoticeable way. Synonyms for this word include stealthily, gradually, slowly, insidiously, imperceptibly, and almost imperceptibly. Stealthily implies a secretive and sneaky approach, while gradually emphasizes a steady and slow progression over time. Insidiously suggests a harmful and treacherous advance, and imperceptibly indicates that something is happening without being noticed or detected. Other synonyms for creepingly include subtly, cautiously, and quietly, all of which denote a careful and subtle approach to something. In essence, any word that conveys the idea of a slow and stealthy progression can be considered a synonym for "creepingly".

What are the hypernyms for Creepingly?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Creepingly

They had now reached the house; the two girls withdrew their arms, and, having watched Charles mount the stairs, they turned into the drawing room,-and from thence to the conservatory,-and then back again,-and then up stairs to lay aside their bonnets and cloaks,-and then down again; first one and then the other looking at their watches, till they began to suspect that they must both of them stand still, or something very like it, so Creepingly did the time pass during which they waited for his return.
"The Vicar of Wrexhill"
Mrs [Frances] Trollope
Having heard their voices while yet some way off he had ridden Creepingly forward, and learnt enough to satisfy himself.
"Tess of the d'Urbervilles A Pure Woman"
Thomas Hardy
The fly moved Creepingly up a hill, and Clare watched it go with an unpremeditated hope that Tess would look out of the window for one moment.
"Tess of the d'Urbervilles A Pure Woman"
Thomas Hardy

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