CONFIDENTIAL Synonyms: 79 Similar and Opposite Words

confidential

adjective

ˌkän-fə-ˈden(t)-shəl

as in private

not known or meant to be known by the general populace someone leaked confidential government information to the press

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Recent Examples of confidential But as the rhetoric intensifies, some people have raised questions about how accurately the attacks portray Villegas’ role as a school board trustee in approving confidential settlements and whether the campaign messaging exploits deeply sensitive allegations. —

Mathew Miranda may 22, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026 In February, Andrew was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office after concerns were raised about him confidential information with Epstein, according to the BBC. —

Hannah Malach, InStyle, 21 May 2026 Enrollment data for alternative plans is mostly confidential, but several indicators point to shifts in the market. —

Sarah Kwon, CBS News, 20 May 2026 OpenAI preparing for confidential IPO filing watch now Choose CNBC as your preferred source on Google and never miss a moment from the most trusted name in business news. —

Deirdre Bosa,jasmine Wu, CNBC, 20 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for confidential

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Adjective

Over time, Raúl did enact reforms – though not democratic ones – such as expanding small-scale private businesses.

— Chris Kenning, USA Today, 21 May 2026
While the simple Deluxe Room is ideal for a quick overnight trip, guests looking for a longer stay should spread out in the Junior Suite with Living & Dining Area, which opens onto a semi-private stone patio with a bocce court and a firepit in the warmer months.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 May 2026