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Definition of coverup

coverup

/ˈkʌvərˌʌp/
(UK: cover-up)
cov · er · up
Plural:coverups
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coverup Lexical Profile

coverup Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A deliberate attempt to conceal evidence of a mistake, crime, or scandal from public knowledge.

Example

"The investigative journalist exposed a massive corporate coverup involving the illegal disposal of chemical waste."

2

A loose outer garment, such as a tunic, sarong, or robe, worn over a swimsuit.

Example

"She slipped on a lightweight cotton coverup before walking from the beach to the boardwalk cafe."

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Word Nuance & Usage

The noun is spelled either as one word ("coverup") or hyphenated ("cover-up"), whereas the phrasal verb is always written as two separate words ("cover up").

• Nearby Words

covert
covertly
covertness
coverup
covet
covetous
covetousness

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