undertalk

/ˌʌndərˈtɔːk/

Definitions

1. noun

A conversation or discussion that takes place in secret or in private, especially to avoid detection or to gain an advantage.

“The politician’s undertalk with the foreign diplomat was revealed in a leaked document.”

2. verb

To have a private conversation or discussion, especially secretly.

“The two colleagues undertalked about the project during their lunch break.”

Synonyms

  • confidential conversation
  • murmur
  • whisper

Antonyms

  • open conversation
  • public discussion