conceal

/kənˈsiːl/

Definitions

1. verb

to hide or keep something from sight or knowledge

“The thief tried to conceal the evidence by hiding it in a fake wall.”

2. verb

to make something less noticeable or to prevent it from being seen or known

“The company concealed the financial losses from the public by manipulating the reports.”

3. noun

the act of hiding or keeping something from sight or knowledge

“The concealment of the documents led to the suspicion of corruption within the government.”

4. noun

something that hides or covers something else

“The concealment of the spy’s identity was crucial to the success of the mission.”

Synonyms

  • camouflage
  • cover
  • hide

Antonyms

  • disclose
  • expose
  • reveal