Pronunciation

/kənˈsɪl/

Definitions

• Verb: To hide or keep something from being seen or discovered; to cover up. (n. sense: a thing that is concealed)
• Noun: The act of concealing; the state of being hidden or covered up.

Phrases

• “Conceal something” means to hide or keep it secret.
• “Concealed identity” refers to a person’s true identity being unknown or hidden.
• “Concealment” refers to the act of hiding or covering something.

Example Sentences

• Verb: He tried to conceal his anxiety before the big presentation.
• Noun: The spy’s most valuable asset was their ability to remain concealed in enemy territory.
• Prepositional phrase: She hid the letter in a concealed compartment in her desk.

Synonyms

• Hid
• Concealment
• Camouflage
• Obscurity
• Occlusion

Antonyms

• Uncover
• Reveal
• Expose
• Disclose
• Show

Usage

Conceal is primarily used as a verb, but can also function as a noun when referring to the act or state of being hidden. It’s often used in situations where someone or something wants to keep something private or out of sight. Synonyms like “hid” and “concealment” are similar in meaning but might be more specific to the action of hiding, while “occlusion” and “obscurity” focus on the idea of being unseen due to darkness or遮挡. Antonyms like “reveal” and “expose” indicate the opposite action of making something visible or known.