Sneaked

Sneaked is the past tense and past participle of the verb "to sneak". To sneak means to move in a furtive or stealthy manner, typically to avoid being seen or heard. This implies a deliberate attempt to conceal one's presence or actions. The act of sneaking often suggests a desire to gain access to a place or object without permission, or to observe something without being noticed.

The word "sneak" can also be used as a noun, referring to a person who sneaks. For example, a child might be called a "sneak" if they repeatedly try to get extra snacks without their parents' knowledge. In a more figurative sense, "sneak" can refer to something surreptitious or concealed, such as a "sneak preview" of a movie or a "sneak attack" in a game.

The origin of the word "sneak" can be traced back to Middle English and Old Norse. It is related to the idea of creeping or crawling. The concept of sneaking is common in literature and storytelling, often associated with characters who are outlaws, spies, or those who are trying to achieve a secret objective. The success of a sneak often depends on the element of surprise and the ability to remain undetected.