Synonyms for

Concealing

Verb / kʌˈnsi:lɪŋ / Another word for concealing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of hiding something or keeping something secret.

Synonyms & similar words

hiding hide conceal concealment revealing holdback show holdin hiding covering masking camouflaging disguising obscuring veiling screening shrouding suppressing withholding burying cloaking enshrouding secreting mantling enveloping smothering stifling wrapping

Example sentences

  1. He was concealing a secret from his friends.
  2. The thief was concealing the stolen goods in his bag.
  3. She was concealing her nervousness with a smile.
  4. The magician was concealing a rabbit in his hat.
  5. The spy was concealing his identity with a fake name.

Quotes

  • The art of artifice is the art of concealing art. - Francois de La Rochefoucauld
  • There is no disguise which can hide love for long where it exists, or simulate it where it does not. - Francois de La Rochefoucauld
  • The best way to keep a secret is to pretend there isn't one. - Margaret Atwood

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