Atiptoe is an adverb that means being on one's toes or tip-toes, indicating an attempt to move silently or avoid making noise. There are many synonyms for this word, including tiptoe, on tiptoe, cautiously, carefully, gingerly, softly, quietly, stealthily, surreptitiously, and sneakily. Each of these phrases describes the same form of movement, which is often seen in situations requiring a measure of stealth or care, such as sneaking out of a bedroom during a sleeping household, or moving through a dark room without turning on a light. These synonyms suggest a sense of awareness and caution in movement, while still maintaining a sense of grace.