[ɡaɪˈmaɪrɑːt]

Definitions

1. noun

A confidential advisor or counselor to a monarch or high-ranking official, often responsible for maintaining the confidentiality and security of the ruler’s affairs.

“The king relied heavily on his geheimrat for guidance on matters of state.”

2. noun

A high-ranking government official or expert who advises on specific areas such as finance or foreign policy, often maintaining confidentiality.

“The geheimrat played a key role in negotiating the international treaty.”