privately
1 antonyms and opposites of privately, grouped by meaning.
Adv — In a manner not open to the public or shared with others.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “privately” mean?
The word “privately” means in a manner not open to the public or shared with others. In plain terms, done quietly, out of public view, or told only to select people.
How do you pronounce “privately”?
“Privately” is pronounced PREYE-viht-lee (/ˈpɹaɪvɪtli/ in IPA).
How do you use “privately” in a sentence?
Here is “privately” used in a sentence: “She privately admitted she had made a mistake.”
What is the opposite of “privately”?
The opposite of “privately” — its antonyms — is publicly.
What part of speech is “privately”?
“Privately” is an adverb.
Is “privately” a common word?
“Privately” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between privately and personally?
Privately means not in public or not shared with others: "the two leaders spoke privately". Personally means "speaking for myself" or "in person": "personally, I disagree", "she thanked him personally". You can hold a doubt privately, telling no one, yet express a view personally, as your own.
What is a privately held company?
A privately held or privately owned company is one whose shares are not traded on a public stock exchange; ownership stays with founders, families, or private investors. Privately here signals that ownership is not open to the general public — the opposite of a publicly traded company.
Where does privately usually go in a sentence?
It most often follows the verb or clause it modifies: "they met privately", "she privately doubted the plan". Placed at the start of a sentence, it frames the whole statement as unshared or off the record: "Privately, officials admit the deadline will slip." All of these positions are standard.