Synonyms for

Hid

Verb / hɪd / Another word for hid — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To conceal oneself or stay out of sight.

Synonyms & similar words

obliterate veil show blotout enshroud hide cover obscure shroud conceal hideout concealed covered buried camouflaged disguised masked obscured screened shrouded veiled withheld lurked skulked sneaked crept

Synonyms by register

Formal

concealed obscured sheltered

Informal

kept out of sight out of view under wraps

Literary

ensconced shrouded veiled

Antonyms

found revealed exposed discovered uncovered shown sighted

Common collocations

  • hid from view
  • hid away
  • hid behind
  • hid in the bushes
  • hid the evidence
  • hid the truth
  • hid his face

Word family

noun hiding
verb hide
adjective hidden

Usage note

Hid is the past tense of hide. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. Be careful not to confuse it with 'hidden', which is the past participle.

Example sentences

  1. He hid his toy under the bed.
  2. The cat hid under the couch.
  3. She hid her face in her hands when she was embarrassed.
  4. The treasure was well hidden.
  5. He hid the evidence to cover up the crime.

Quotes

  • The best place to hide something is where nobody will look for it.
  • A person who hides behind a mask can never truly be happy.
  • The truth is like a lion; you don't have to defend it. Let it loose; it will defend itself.

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