How many syllables in slither?

There are 2 syllables in the word slither.

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How to pronounce slither:

Definition of slither:

slither (verb):: to move along the ground in a twisting way; to pass or move unobtrusively or smoothly.; to slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface

Synonyms for slither:

crawl

creep

crouch

glide

grovel

locomote

skitter

slide

slink

slip

snake

tiptoe

travel

undulate

worm

wriggle

Antonyms for slither:

ascend

correct

face

flounder

go up

hurtle

increase

land

rise

struggle

walk

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