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    Withhold

    /wɪðˈhoʊld/

    Meaning & Definition

    verb
    To refuse to give something that is due or requested.
    The bank may withhold funds until the verification process is complete.
    To keep something back or to hold back.
    She decided to withhold her personal opinions during the meeting.
    To restrain or control; to hold back from action.
    He chose to withhold his anger despite feeling provoked.
    To not disclose or reveal; to keep secret.
    They opted to withhold certain information from the public.

    Etymology

    Middle English; from 'with-' (against) + 'hold' (to keep).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    withhold information:
    to keep certain facts or details secret.
    withhold consent:
    to refuse to give permission.
    withhold judgment:
    to suspend forming an opinion until more information is available.

    Related Words

    refuse
    to indicate that one is not willing to do something or give something.
    deny
    to state that something is not true or to refuse to grant something.
    retain
    to keep possession of something.

    Slang Meanings

    hold back
    Don't hold back your thoughts during the discussion.
    keep to yourself
    He's been keeping to himself lately, really withholding.