Definition

The quality of being smooth, graceful, and flexible in movement, often associated with a sneaky or stealthy manner.

Example

The cat moved with a slinkiness that made it hard to notice as it crept through the grass.

Conversation

Did you notice the slinkiness of that new dance move everyone is doing?

Yeah, it's so fluid and smooth!

I love how it makes the whole performance feel more dynamic.

Exactly! It really adds a fun vibe to the choreography.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Slinkiness → The word is derived from 'slink' (from Middle English *slinken*, meaning to move stealthily or to creep) and the suffix '-iness' (meaning the quality of). Thus, 'slinkiness' refers to the quality of moving in a stealthy or sneaky manner.

Memory Tip

Think of someone moving 'stealthily' ('slink') and the '-iness' indicating a quality. This helps you remember that 'slinkiness' describes the quality of moving in a sneaky way.

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