1
: being out of sight or not readily apparent : concealed
2
: obscure, unexplained, undisclosed
hidden motives
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There was a hidden flaw in the airplane's design.
the hidden costs in buying a home
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Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 31 Oct. 2025
For decades, the Algarve has been beloved for its endless sunny days and dramatic coastlines with its picturesque beaches, craggy cliffs, and hidden caves.
—Chadner Navarro, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
Fake apps and files often contain hidden malware.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 30 Oct. 2025
Advertisement Technology can also help Africa unleash its hidden potential.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 30 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for hidden
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“Hidden.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hidden. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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