Synonyms of privy

privy 1 of 2

adjective

ˈpri-vē 

1

as in confidential

not known or meant to be known by the general populace

privy information on the current state of the peace negotiations

Synonyms & Similar Words

• confidential
• secret
• private
• classified
• undisclosed
• hidden
• intimate
• esoteric
• inside
• personal
• nonpublic
• behind-the-scenes
• clandestine
• restricted
• concealed
• undercover
• hush-hush
• hushed
• covert
• surreptitious
• untold
• top secret
• unmentioned
• unadvertised
• conspiratorial
• unsaid
• closet
• sneak
• collusive
• furtive
• underground
• unannounced
• silent
• closeted
• sneaky
• underhanded
• suppressed
• underhand
• repressed
• stealthy
• stifled
• backstage
• silenced
• sneaking
• occult
• offstage
• offscreen
• hugger-mugger

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• public
• open
• common
• general
• reported
• broadcast
• disclosed
• publicized
• proclaimed
• aired
• declared
• announced
• advertised
• professed
• published
• heralded
• popular
• current
• prevailing
• blazed
• widespread
• vulgar
• prevalent
• well-known
• divulged
• rife
• shared
• communal
• promulgated
• spotlighted
• enunciated

2

as in clandestine

undertaken or done so as to escape being observed or known by others

privy meetings between high-level representatives from both sides for the purpose of bringing about an armistice

Synonyms & Similar Words

• clandestine
• sneak
• undercover
• covert
• underground
• private
• sneaking
• secret
• surreptitious
• behind-the-scenes
• furtive
• stealth
• sneaky
• backstairs
• underhanded
• underhand
• hole-and-corner
• undisclosed
• hush-hush
• confidential
• stealthy
• hidden
• off-the-record
• closed-door
• hugger-mugger
• classified
• secreted
• restricted
• concealed
• top secret
• off-the-books
• back-channel
• subterranean
• unadvertised
• unexposed

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• public
• open
• overt
• acknowledged
• avowed
• straightforward
• evident
• clear
• obvious
• unclassified
• unrestricted
• manifest
• unconcealed
• plain
• undisguised
• aboveboard
• patent

3

as in personal

of, relating to, or belonging to a single person

a privy seal that can be used only by the British monarch

Synonyms & Similar Words

• personal
• subjective
• personalized
• private
• patented
• unique
• separate
• individual
• singular
• particular
• individualized
• idiomatic
• intimate
• peculiar
• distinctive
• identifying
• special
• specific
• characteristic
• express
• specialized
• idiosyncratic
• independent
• custom
• customized
• especial
• nonconformist
• self-sufficient
• self-directed

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• public
• general
• popular
• universal
• generic
• shared
• broad
• widespread
• prevalent
• common
• regular
• normal
• typical
• prevailing

privy

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noun

as in outhouse

Related Words

• outhouse
• commode
• garderobe
• jakes
• pot
• toilet
• lavatory
• pan
• bathroom
• powder room
• half bath
• washroom
• restroom
• latrine
• bath
• water closet
• can
• loo
• potty
• bog
• cloakroom
• john
• convenience
• comfort station
• ladies
• head
• men's room
• ladies' room

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of privy

Adjective

This Texas beach town often flies under the radar, but those that are privy to its down-home charm and scenic vistas tend to come back season after season. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 18 May 2026

Jay, who is privy to the state’s arguments, said Uthmeier hasn’t taken issue with her clients or their fitness as parents. — Romy Ellenbogen, Miami Herald, 8 May 2026

Noun

The number of sets symbolizes the 232 years since the penny's creation in 1793; all of the pennies bear an Ω symbol, an Omega privy mark, marking the end of the penny and reflecting the unique character of the coins. — Mike Snider, USA Today, 10 Dec. 2025

There are horse camps with privies and wells at approximately 18- to 25-mile intervals. — Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 23 June 2025