leaked
4 synonyms for leaked, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Describing a document, recording, or piece of information that was meant to stay private but got out to the public.
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.
divulged
How to use leaked
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
leaked document
leaked footage
leaked emails
Frequently asked questions
What does “leaked” mean?
The word “leaked” means describing a document, recording, or piece of information that was meant to stay private but got out to the public. In plain terms, released to the public without authorization.
How do you pronounce “leaked”?
“Leaked” is pronounced leekt (/liːkt/ in IPA).
How do you use “leaked” in a sentence?
Here is “leaked” used in a sentence: “The leaked memo caused an uproar at the company.”
What part of speech is “leaked”?
“Leaked” is an adjective.
Is “leaked” a common word?
“Leaked” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between leaked and released?
Released describes material made public intentionally by its owner or an authorised source, such as a studio releasing an album. Leaked describes a document, recording, or piece of information that was meant to stay private but got out to the public without authorisation. The key difference is consent: releases are sanctioned, leaks are not.
What is the difference between leaked and hacked?
Hacked refers to how material was obtained: by breaking into a computer system without permission. Leaked refers to the fact that private information got out to the public, whatever the route, and often suggests someone with legitimate access passed it on. Hacked material can end up leaked, but many leaks involve no hacking at all.
What kinds of things are typically described as leaked?
Leaked most often describes documents, recordings, and other information that was meant to stay private, such as internal memos, emails, unreleased music or film footage, and confidential reports. It is standard vocabulary in journalism and carries the implication that the material reached the public without approval.
