(of information or messages) Not easily deciphered
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Something unrevealed or difficult to know
“Many people claim to know the secret to happiness. But what if there's no such thing?”
Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others
“Authorities have been trying to keep details of the incident a secret from the public.”
A valid, but not commonly known or recognized, method of achieving or maintaining something
“The secret to achieving your goals is hard work and meticulous planning.”
A clever or particular way of doing something
An unexpected situation, detail or circumstance, often unpleasant
A thing that ensures admission to or the achievement of something
Confidential information
Closely kept secret
A rumor or piece of gossip
Not meant to be known as such by others
“Angela has been getting messages from someone claiming to be her secret admirer.”
Not known or seen or not meant to be known or seen by others
“Rumor has it that the glamorous couple are planning a secret wedding.”
(of an object) Not clearly seen or noticeable
“The bookcase is actually a secret door that leads into his private study.”
(of information or messages) Not easily deciphered
“We have received a secret message claiming that all our bases now belong to them.”
(of a place or location) Placed or standing away from view
“The rear door of the cottage opens into a secret garden.”
(of a person) Fond of or good at keeping things about oneself unknown
“Boo Radley was a secret man who preferred to keep to himself.”
Existing within the mind, soul or spirit, and often not expressed
Not known or familiar
Existing but not yet developed or manifest
Shy and fond of being on one's own
Forbidden by law, rules, or custom
Not given due attention
Silent
Not included in a list
Relating to, using, or resembling magic
Not explainable by physical laws
Intended for, or likely to be understood by, only a small number of people
Unnamed or not identified by a name
Suggestive of the supernatural
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