slightly sinister

Frequency: 5.23.9 per million words

To a small degree; not very.

sinisterADVERB + ADJECTIVE

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slightly

Examples (10)

  • There was a slightly sinister atmosphere in the old house.
  • His smile seemed slightly sinister to her.
  • The way he watched us gave off a slightly sinister vibe.
  • The plot took a slightly sinister turn when the lights went out.
  • She noticed a slightly sinister glint in his eyes.
  • The music had a slightly sinister quality that made me uneasy.
  • He spoke in a low voice that sounded slightly sinister.
  • The abandoned building had a slightly sinister appearance.
  • There was something slightly sinister about the way he offered his help.
  • The shadows in the room seemed to hold a slightly sinister secret.