What is another word for skulking?
Pronunciation: [skˈʌlkɪŋ] (IPA) 
Skulking refers to the act of moving around stealthily or lingering in a suspicious manner. It can be used to describe someone who avoids being seen or is trying to hide their presence. There are several synonyms for the word skulking, which include lurking, sneaking, slinking, creeping, prowling and hiding. These words have a similar connotation as skulking and are often used in place of it. However, the degree of negativity attached to each of these words is different. For instance, skulking may convey a milder sense of suspiciousness compared to lurking, which tends to be more severe.
