Synonyms for

Leaked

Verb / li:kt / Another word for leaked — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To accidentally or deliberately allow liquids or gases to escape from a container or space.

Synonyms & similar words

leak leakout spilled escaped seeped emitted discharged percolated spewed ejected evacuated emptied released

Synonyms by register

Formal

disclosed revealed divulged

Informal

spilled let out got out

Literary

escaped oozed

Antonyms

contained sealed secured retained held kept

Common collocations

  • information leaked
  • data leaked
  • documents leaked
  • officials leaked
  • reportedly leaked
  • secret leaked
  • news leaked

Word family

noun leak
verb leak
adjective leaky
adverb leakingly

Usage note

The word 'leaked' often implies an unintentional or unauthorized disclosure of information. For intentional disclosures, 'disclosed' or 'revealed' might be more appropriate.

Example sentences

  1. The roof leaked during the storm.
  2. The confidential information was leaked to the press.
  3. The tire leaked air and needed to be replaced.
  4. The faucet leaked water and needed to be fixed.
  5. The boat leaked and started to sink.

Quotes

  • The truth is rarely pure and never simple. - Oscar Wilde
  • “Three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon, and the truth.” - Buddha
  • “If you want to keep a secret, you must also hide it from yourself.” - George Orwell

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