noun Uncommon

confidentiality

Confidentiality (noun) means the state of being kept private and secret. Example: “The lawyer stressed the importance of client confidentiality.”

noun

The state of being kept private and secret.

"The lawyer stressed the importance of client confidentiality."

"Doctors must maintain patient confidentiality at all times."

How to use confidentiality

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe quality of being kept secret or private, especially in professional settings.

Common pairings

patient confidentiality breach of confidentiality maintain confidentiality

Word forms

confidentialities plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “confidentiality” mean?

The word “confidentiality” means the state of being kept private and secret. In plain terms, the quality of being kept secret or private, especially in professional settings.

How do you use “confidentiality” in a sentence?

Here is “confidentiality” used in a sentence: “The lawyer stressed the importance of client confidentiality.”

What part of speech is “confidentiality”?

“Confidentiality” is a noun.

Is “confidentiality” a common word?

“Confidentiality” is an uncommon word in modern English.