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Definition of conceal

conceal

/kənˈsiːl/
con · ceal
Adjective:concealable
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Past Simple:concealed
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Past Participle:concealed
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Present Participle:concealing
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1

To keep an object, person, or place out of sight; to prevent something from being seen or noticed.

Example

"Tall evergreen hedges were planted along the driveway to conceal the storage shed from the main road."

2

To prevent information, feelings, or intentions from becoming known to others.

Example

"Despite his calm demeanor during the interview, he could barely conceal his excitement about the job offer."

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• Rhymes for conceal

• Nearby Words

concave
concavely
concavity
conceal
concealable
concealer
concealment

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in Middle English from Old French conceler, from Latin concelare ('to hide completely'), formed from the intensive prefix con- and celare ('to hide'), sharing the same root as 'cell' and 'clandestine'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Conceal. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/conceal
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