Words Like SPY

We have put together a list of words that are similar to SPY.

18 Alternative Words Similar to spy

1 Operative Noun      Synonym Words Like Operative
2 Witness Noun      Synonym Words Like Witness
3 Descry Verb      Synonym Words Like Descry
4 Spot Verb      Synonym Words Like Spot
5 Espy Verb      Synonym Words Like Espy
6 Sight Verb      Synonym Words Like Sight
7 See Verb-transitive      Synonym Words Like See
8 Explore Verb-transitive      Synonym Words Like Explore
9 Tail Noun      Hyponym Words Like Tail
10 Spy Verb      Hypernym Words Like Spy
11 Perceive Verb      Hypernym Words Like Perceive
12 Comprehend Verb      Hypernym Words Like Comprehend
13 Detect Verb      Hyponym Words Like Detect
14 Observe Verb      Hyponym Words Like Observe
15 Discover Verb      Hyponym Words Like Discover
16 Notice Verb      Hyponym Words Like Notice
17 Find Verb      Hyponym Words Like Find
18 Infiltrator Noun      Hyponym

10 definitions of spy

1 To gain sight of; to discover at a distance, or in a state of concealment; to espy; to see.
2 To discover by close search or examination.
3 To explore; to view, inspect, and examine secretly, as a country; -- usually with out.
4 To search narrowly; to scrutinize.
5 One who keeps a constant watch of the conduct of others.
6 A person sent secretly into an enemy's camp, territory, or fortifications, to inspect his works, ascertain his strength, movements, or designs, and to communicate such intelligence to the proper officer.
7 secretly collect sensitive or classified information; engage in espionage
8 a secret watcher; someone who secretly watches other people
9 catch sight of
10 catch sight of; to perceive with the eyes
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