INSIDIOUS
(adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Insidious.
Insidious - as an adjective satellite
Beguiling but harmful
Example: "Insidious pleasures"
Intended to entrap
Working or spreading in a hidden and usually injurious way
Example: "Glaucoma is an insidious disease"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pernicious14subtle8Insidious - as an adjective
Producing harm in a stealthy, often gradual, manner.
Intending to entrap; alluring but harmful.
Example: "Hansel and gretel were lured by the witch’s insidious gingerbread house."
Treacherous.
Example: "The battle was lost due to the actions of insidious defectors."
Example Sentences
"The insidious disease spread quickly throughout the village."
"She fell victim to the insidious charms of the con artist."
"The insidious rumor caused a rift between the two friends."
"The insidious effects of pollution are often underestimated."
"The insidious nature of the cult made it difficult for members to leave."
Word Game Points
Is INSIDIOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, insidious is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
INSIDIOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is INSIDIOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, insidious is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordINSIDIOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is INSIDIOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, insidious is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordINSIDIOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
