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as in confidence
information shared only with another or with a select few
you didn't really expect him to keep a secret from his wife, did you?
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as in mystery
something hard to understand or explain
the secrets of the Egyptian pyramids include the construction methods used to lift the huge blocks of stone in place
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as in key
something that allows someone to achieve a desired goal
the secret to advancement in this company is hard work and dedication
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as in clandestine
undertaken or done so as to escape being observed or known by others
a secret operation to rescue captive soldiers behind enemy lines
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as in undercover
working on missions in which one's objectives, activities, or true identity are not publicly revealed
secret agents whose wartime exploits were known only by top government officials
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as in confidential
not known or meant to be known by the general populace
proprietary information that the company does its best to keep secret
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Recent Examples of secret
Literary Hub, 17 Oct. 2025
Crossing the threshold into this quiet oasis near the former Berlin Wall feels like stumbling across a secret.
—Diana Hubbell, Saveur, 16 Oct. 2025
Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2025
The format takes place in a remote forest village, where a group of strangers known as the Villagers compete to win a prize, while hidden amongst them are the Werewolves, a secret set plotting to eliminate players one by one and steal the prize.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 15 Oct. 2025
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Noun
Her studies are still in use in police training today, so the solutions to each are kept a close secret and have never been revealed publicly.
—Literary Hub, 17 Oct. 2025
Crossing the threshold into this quiet oasis near the former Berlin Wall feels like stumbling across a secret.
—Diana Hubbell, Saveur, 16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Fluorine’s secret advantage The study identified three key mechanisms behind FCOPs’ high efficiency.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2025
The format takes place in a remote forest village, where a group of strangers known as the Villagers compete to win a prize, while hidden amongst them are the Werewolves, a secret set plotting to eliminate players one by one and steal the prize.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 15 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for secret
Noun
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This emotional confidence will encourage upbeat times socializing with others, as well as exploring sports events and fun activities with kids.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
20 Oct. 2025
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The Gators’ performance didn’t appear to spark confidence in athletic director Scott Stricklin.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
19 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In the forties, exactly how the body dealt with starvation remained a mystery.—
Clayton Dalton,
New Yorker,
18 Oct. 2025
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At this time, Mone's mystery opponent has not been listed internally.—
Fernando Quiles Jr,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Just as a right-handed glove cannot fit a left hand or how a key precisely fits a lock, interactions between molecules often depend on chirality, and living systems need consistent patterns of chirality to function properly.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
17 Oct. 2025
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The front zipper pocket gives you easy access to your phone, iPad Mini or your book, while the larger pocket easily holds a water bottle, wallet, keys and other personal belongings.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Joint operations by the Civil Police and the Health Surveillance Agency have led to the closure of four clandestine factories and the arrest of 41 people, according to a statement by the government of São Paulo.—
Alessandra Freitas,
CNN Money,
12 Oct. 2025
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Instead of being purely driven by a life-changing amount of money, Carrie has feelings for Richard, having carried on a clandestine affair with him before their murder plot.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Though the story that White had told the undercover officers didn’t suggest an intentional killing, he was charged with murder.—
Eren Orbey,
New Yorker,
13 Oct. 2025
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Border czar Tom Homan received $50,000 in cash from undercover FBI agents.—
Kate Wolffe
October 9,
Sacbee.com,
9 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Nestled along a private stretch of creek, the hotel feels secluded and tranquil but is also steps away from the heart of town.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Oct. 2025
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The 106-minute documentary, directed and produced by Swift, was filmed at Aaron Dessner's secluded Long Pond Studio in New York's Hudson Valley.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Fill out the confidential form below, and a reporter may reach out to you.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
14 Oct. 2025
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All calls are toll-free and confidential.—
KC Baker,
PEOPLE,
14 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The interior zippered pocket is also perfect for keeping passports, tickets, or snacks easily accessible.—
Alexis Benveniste,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Oct. 2025
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According to a criminal complaint obtained by WKBN, Thomas and a woman entered the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium without tickets through a temporary exit amid the zoo's remodeling.—
Nicholas Rice,
PEOPLE,
18 Oct. 2025
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“Secret.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secret. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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