secretly Meaning, Definition & Usage
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adverb in secrecy; not openly
on the QT; in secret; on the Q.T..
- met secretly to discuss the invasion plans
- the children secretly went to the movies when they were supposed to be at the library
- they arranged to meet in secret
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adverb not openly; inwardly
- they were secretly delighted at his embarrassment
- hoped secretly she would change her mind
WordNet
Se"cret*ly adverb
Definitions
In a secret manner.