hidden

adjective

hid·​den ˈhi-dᵊn How to pronounce hidden (audio)
1
: being out of sight or not readily apparent : concealed
2
hiddenness noun

Examples of hidden in a Sentence

There was a hidden flaw in the airplane's design. the hidden costs in buying a home
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Those sheltering in place were told to silence their phones, turn off lights, remain quiet and stay hidden until cleared by law enforcement. Dan Gooding gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025 Have a suggestion for a great hidden dining gem in your neighborhood? Kaitlyn Rosati, New York Daily News, 30 Apr. 2025 New farmers begin to work the land, oblivious to the hidden danger. Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 29 Apr. 2025 New perk: Easily find new routes and hidden gems, upcoming running events, and more near you. Ava Erickson, Outside Online, 29 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for hidden

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of hidden was in the 13th century

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“Hidden.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hidden. Accessed 11 May. 2025.

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