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concealed

kuhn-SEELD

Concealed (adj) means Hidden from view or kept secret. Example: “A concealed camera recorded the whole incident.”

adj
1
Hidden from view or kept secret.
"A concealed camera recorded the whole incident."
"The safe was concealed behind a bookshelf."

How to use concealed

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishNot visible or known — deliberately kept out of sight.

Common pairings
concealed weapon concealed camera a well-concealed door

Word forms

more concealed comparative, most concealed superlative

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Frequently asked questions

What does “concealed” mean?

The word “concealed” means hidden from view or kept secret. In plain terms, not visible or known — deliberately kept out of sight.

How do you pronounce “concealed”?

“Concealed” is pronounced kuhn-SEELD (/kənˈsiːld/ in IPA).

How do you use “concealed” in a sentence?

Here is “concealed” used in a sentence: “A concealed camera recorded the whole incident.”

What part of speech is “concealed”?

“Concealed” is an adjective.

Is “concealed” a common word?

“Concealed” is an uncommon word in modern English.

What is the difference between concealed and hidden?

Concealed and hidden both describe something kept out of view, but concealed often implies a deliberate act of hiding, especially to keep something secret, while hidden can describe something out of sight for any reason, including by accident.

What is a concealed weapon?

A concealed weapon is one that is deliberately kept out of view, such as carried under clothing, so that it is not visible to others.

Is concealed a formal word?

Concealed is commonly used in both everyday and formal or legal contexts, such as in the phrase "concealed carry," and it generally implies intentional hiding rather than something simply out of sight by chance.

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