concealment
8 synonyms and 3 antonyms for concealment, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of hiding something, or the state of being hidden.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use concealment
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
concealment of evidence
a place of concealment
Etymology
Built from conceal plus the noun-forming suffix -ment, tracing back to Old French concelement.
Full origin of concealment →Frequently asked questions
What does “concealment” mean?
The word “concealment” means the act of hiding something, or the state of being hidden. In plain terms, the act or state of keeping something out of sight or secret.
How do you pronounce “concealment”?
“Concealment” is pronounced kuhn-SEEL-muhnt (/kənˈsiːlmənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “concealment” in a sentence?
Here is “concealment” used in a sentence: “The concealment of the evidence led to further charges.”
What part of speech is “concealment”?
“Concealment” is a noun.
Where does the word “concealment” come from?
The word “concealment” comes from Old French. Built from conceal plus the noun-forming suffix -ment, tracing back to Old French concelement.
