Mariam looks rather furtive to Shehu

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase in.

Mariam looks rather furtive to Shehu

A. intoxicated
B. unfriendly
C. sad
D. sly

Correct Answer:

Option D – sly

Explanation

Furtive; If a person’s manner is furtive, he or she is acting suspiciously/ secretive/ sly.

Sly; having or showing a cunning and deceitful nature.