privy in French

privy in French is exclusif, privé, unique — privy means having private or secret knowledge of something, especially information not shared with everyone.

privy in French

exclusif

adj

(now, _, chiefly, _, historical) Private, exclusive; not public; one's own. [from early 13th c.]

privé

adj

(now, _, chiefly, _, historical) Private, exclusive; not public; one's own. [from early 13th c.]

unique

adj

(now, _, chiefly, _, historical) Private, exclusive; not public; one's own. [from early 13th c.]

complice

adj

With knowledge of; party to; let in on. [from late 14th c.]

instruit

adj

With knowledge of; party to; let in on. [from late 14th c.]

What does "privy" mean?

adj Having private or secret knowledge of something, especially information not shared with everyone.
"Only a handful of executives were privy to the merger talks."
adj Private or belonging to a particular individual, especially in formal or legal contexts.
"The privy council advised the monarch directly."
noun An old-fashioned or rural outdoor toilet.
"The old farmhouse still had a privy out back."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

privy in a sentence

Only a handful of executives were privy to the merger talks.
The privy council advised the monarch directly.
The old farmhouse still had a privy out back.

Similar words in French

aware confidential informed latrine

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "privy" in French?

"privy" in French is exclusif, privé, unique. privy means: Having private or secret knowledge of something, especially information not shared with everyone.

How do you use "privy" in a sentence?

Example: "Only a handful of executives were privy to the merger talks." In French, "privy" is exclusif, privé, unique.

Are there other ways to say "privy" in French?

Yes — French has 5 translations listed for "privy": exclusif, privé, unique, complice, instruit.

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