concealed
word · lemma: conceal
/kənˈsiɫd/
/kənsˈiːld/
Definition
Kept out of sight or hidden so that others cannot see or find it. Often used for objects, information, or emotions that are not revealed.
Usage & Nuances
More formal than 'hidden' and often used in writing. Common collocations: 'concealed weapon', 'concealed truth', 'concealed pocket'. Can refer to physical things or to information/feelings kept secret. Not usually used for people hiding themselves.
Spanish: oculto - escondidoPortuguese (BR): oculto - escondidoPortuguese (PT): oculto - escondidoChinese (Simplified): 隐藏的Chinese (Traditional): 隱藏的Hindi: छिपा हुआArabic: مخفي - مستترBengali: গোপন - লুকানোRussian: скрытый - спрятанныйJapanese: 隠されたVietnamese: bị che giấu - ẩnKorean: 숨겨진 - 감춰진Turkish: gizli - saklanmışUrdu: چھپا ہواIndonesian: tersembunyi - disembunyikan
Example Sentences
She found a concealed door behind the bookshelf.
basic
He kept a concealed note in his wallet.
basic
The treasure was concealed under the old floorboards.
basic
He wore a concealed microphone during the interview.
natural
Her true feelings remained concealed from everyone.
natural
Some animals have concealed nests to protect their eggs.
natural