No. 14,234 in German
heimtückisch
Deceitful, treacherous, or insidious.
In a sentence
Der Kater lauerte heimtückisch auf die Maus.
The cat lay in ambush, treacherously, for the mouse.
In this sentence, 'heimtückisch' is used to describe the scheming or deceptive nature of the cat's behavior, suggesting an element of cunning or calculated intention.
Die heimtückische Krankheit zeigte anfangs keine Symptome.
The insidious disease showed no initial symptoms.
Here, 'heimtückische' characterizes the disease as devious or harmful in a hidden way, especially as its symptoms are not immediately evident, making it a metaphorical and descriptive use of the word.
Er fühlte sich von ihren heimtückischen Worten verletzt.
He felt hurt by her treacherous words.
In this context, 'heimtückischen' describes the words with a tone of betrayal or malicious intent, enhancing the emotional weight and the perceived traitorous nature of the person's words.
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