Synonyms for
Stealth
Definition
Stealth is the act of moving or acting in a quiet, secretive way so as not to be seen or heard.
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Common collocations
- stealth mode
- stealth operation
- stealth bomber
- stealth attack
- stealth technology
- stealthy approach
- in stealth
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Usage note
Stealth refers to the act or characteristic of moving, acting, or being hidden or secret. It is often associated with military or espionage contexts but can be used more broadly for any clandestine activity.
Example sentences
- The cat moved with stealth as it hunted its prey.
- The spy used stealth to sneak past the guards.
- The thief employed stealth to avoid being caught by the police.
- The assassin moved with stealth to complete the mission.
- The ninja's training focused on developing stealth and agility.
Quotes
In peace, sons bury their fathers. In war, fathers bury their sons. - Herodotus
The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting. - Sun Tzu
The best victory is when the opponent surrenders of its own accord before there are any actual hostilities... It is best to win without fighting. - Sun Tzu