concealment

/kənˈsɛl.mənt/

Definitions

1. noun

the act or fact of hiding or covering something so that it cannot be seen, heard, or detected

“The concealment of evidence led to the acquittal of the defendant.”

2. noun

something that hides or covers something else

“The trees provided concealment for the soldiers during the battle.”

Synonyms

  • covering
  • hiding
  • obscuration
  • secrecy

Antonyms

  • disclosure
  • exposure
  • revealment