Secret

/ˈsiː.krɪt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Something that is kept hidden or unknown.

She told me a secret about her childhood.

A method or formula that is not disclosed.

The chef revealed the secret to his famous sauce.

A piece of information that is not meant to be shared with others.

He kept the company's new project a secret until the launch date.

adjective

Not known or seen by others; concealed.

They shared a secret conversation away from prying ears.

Intended to be kept hidden or concealed.

The secret location of the meeting was only disclosed to a few.

From Middle English 'secret', from Old French 'secret', from Latin 'secretus', meaning 'set apart, hidden'.

keep it a secret

To keep information private.

secret of success

A crucial piece of knowledge that leads to success.

a secret admirer

Someone who likes another but keeps their identity hidden.

confidential

Intended to be kept secret.

classified

Officially designated as secret.

conceal

To keep something hidden.

A piece of information that is exclusive or privileged.

He let slip a secret about the upcoming project.

An insider knowledge that not everyone knows.

They shared a secret with the new employee.