Concealed
/kənˈsiːld/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo prevent something from being seen or known; to hide.
/kənˈsiːl/
To hide or keep secret; prevent from being seen or discovered.
She concealed her disappointment behind a smile.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're playing hide-and-seek. Concealing something means putting it where no one can find it, like hiding your favorite toy under your bed. You're keeping it secret!
👶 For kids: To hide something so nobody can see it.
More Examples
The spy concealed his true identity.
The thief concealed the stolen goods in a hidden compartment.
The dense fog concealed the coastline from view.
How It's Used
"He concealed the letter in his pocket."
"The witness concealed vital evidence."
"The patient concealed his symptoms from the doctor."
Being hidden; hidden from sight or knowledge.
/kənˈsiːld/
Hidden or kept secret.
The detective found a concealed microphone.
💡 Simply: Something concealed is like a secret! It's hidden and no one can see it unless you choose to show it.
👶 For kids: Hidden so you can't see it.
More Examples
The building had concealed entrances.
He carried a concealed weapon.
Her concealed emotions were hard to read.
How It's Used
"The concealed weapon was found during a search."
"He wrote with a concealed passion."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
conceal one's feelings
To hide or suppress one's emotions.
"She concealed her feelings behind a stoic expression."
concealed carry
The practice of carrying a weapon, such as a handgun, hidden from view.
"The law allows for concealed carry with a permit."
From Middle English *concealen*, from Old French *conceeler* (to hide), from Latin *concelare* (to hide, keep secret), from *con-* (together) + *celare* (to hide).
The word 'conceal' has been used since the 14th century, initially referring to the act of hiding something physically. Over time, it broadened to include hiding information or emotions.
Memory tip
Think of a *seal* hiding something; a seal *conceals*!
Word Origin
"to hide"