Surreption
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /səˌɹɛpˈʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Surreption is a noun meaning The obtaining of something in a surreptitious manner, or by craft or stealth.
Meaning
The obtaining of something in a surreptitious manner, or by craft or stealth.
More Meanings
- An unperceived or sudden arrival.
Example Sentences
Fame by surreption got / May stead us for the time, but lasteth not.
Word Forms
- surreptions
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include surreptition, stealth, sneaking, sneakingness, sneakery, abstraction.
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