Synonyms for

Hiding

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

Definition

The act of concealing oneself or something from view or from being found.

Synonyms & similar words

obliterate veil show concealment blotout enshroud hide concealing cover obscure shroud conceal hideout concealment camouflage disguise masking veiling secrecy privacy seclusion shelter cover screen obscuration obfuscation evasion escape flight retreat cowering skulking sneaking

Synonyms by register

Formal

concealment seclusion obscurity

Informal

laying low keeping out of sight on the lam

Literary

lurking ensconced shrouded

Antonyms

appearing revealing showing exposing disclosing presenting manifesting

Common collocations

  • hiding place
  • hiding from
  • hiding out
  • hiding something
  • hiding in plain sight
  • hiding behind
  • hiding the truth

Word family

noun hiding
verb hide
adjective hidden

Usage note

The gerund 'hiding' often functions as a noun, referring to the act of concealing oneself or something. It can also be used as a present participle in continuous verb tenses.

Example sentences

  1. The mouse is hiding from the cat.
  2. I am hiding my surprise party from my sister.
  3. The treasure is hiding somewhere in the garden.
  4. The robber is hiding from the police.
  5. The children are hiding behind the trees.

Quotes

  • "The best place to hide something is in plain sight." - Edgar Allan Poe
  • "The truth is hiding in your eyes, and it's hanging on your tongue." - John Mayer
  • "The only way to escape the corruptible effect of praise is to go on working." - Albert Einstein

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