What is another word for cat-like?

Pronunciation: [kˈatlˈa͡ɪk] (IPA)

The word "cat-like" can be used to describe a person or an animal with feline characteristics such as agility, gracefulness, and stealth. Synonyms for "cat-like" include feline, catty, sleek, nimble, supple, lithe, trim, agile, flexible, and sly. Feline is the most commonly used synonym and refers directly to the cat family, while catty is often used to describe a person who has a disposition similar to that of a cat. Sleek, nimble, and lithe all refer to the gracefulness and agility of a cat's movements. Supple, trim, and flexible are used to describe the cat's physical body and its ability to move easily and gracefully. Finally, sly refers to a cat's cunning and mischievous nature.

What are the hypernyms for Cat-like?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

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  • The window opened gently and a still Autumn night entered cat-like. Edwin smelt freedom and London autumn – decay, smoke, cold, motor oil.
    Anthony Burgess

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