Synonyms of lurking

lurking

verb

present participle of lurk

1

as in sneaking

to move about in a sly or secret manner

we caught a glimpse of someone lurking around the corner

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sneaking
• slipping
• sliding
• crawling
• skulking
• stealing
• creeping
• slinking
• tiptoeing
• snaking
• shirking
• mousing
• pussyfooting
• mooching
• inching
• edging
• padding
• worming
• ghosting

2

as in hiding

to remain out of sight

watch out for snakes lurking in the tall grass

Synonyms & Similar Words

• hiding
• lying
• skulking
• reposing
• lying low
• sneaking
• slinking
• holing up
• evading
• sitting tight
• avoiding
• eluding

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• appearing
• coming out
• showing up
• turning up
• materializing