hidden

adjective

hid·​den ˈhi-dᵊn 

1

: being out of sight or not readily apparent : concealed

2

: obscure, unexplained, undisclosed

hiddenness

ˈhi-dᵊn-nəs 

noun

Synonyms

• secluded
• sheltered
• secret

Examples of hidden in a Sentence

There was a hidden flaw in the airplane's design.

the hidden costs in buying a home

Recent Examples on the Web

So anxiety seems to block the brain’s natural ability to detect hidden patterns and make intuitive leaps. —Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025

Theatre Charlotte Artistic Director Chris Timmons said Theatre Charlotte’s 97th season is full of great stories and hidden gems. —Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Charlotte Observer, 11 Sep. 2025

One is the character of the factory owner, Baek Joo-sang, who has a very dark, hidden side to him, but who is also considered a good boss and decent person by the people around him. —Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2025

For years, Costco’s book section was a hidden gem for bargain hunters and book lovers alike, until sales were discontinued earlier this year. —Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing hidden

• hidden agenda
• hidden tax

Rhymes for hidden

• bidden
• midden
• ridden
• swidden
• bedridden
• unbidden
• gramicidin
• overridden