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secret

The correct spelling is secret.

How to pronounce secret

/ˈsiːkɹət/
noun

IPA: /ˈsiːkɹət/

Say it like: Sec-ret

The correct spelling is secret. A piece of knowledge that is hidden and intended to be kept hidden. For example: ""Can you keep a secret?" "Yes." "So can I.""

Usage Examples

"Can you keep a secret?" "Yes." "So can I."

The secret to a long-lasting marriage is compromise.

The work was done in secret, so that nobody could object.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A piece of knowledge that is hidden and intended to be kept hidden.
  2. 2.The key or principle by which something is made clear; the knack.
  3. 3.Something not understood or known.
  4. 4.Private seclusion.
  5. 5.(in the plural) The genital organs.

verb

  1. 1.To make or keep secret.
  2. 2.To hide secretly.

adjective

  1. 1.Being or kept hidden.
  2. 2.Withdrawn from general intercourse or notice; in retirement or secrecy; secluded.
  3. 3.Faithful to a secret; not inclined to divulge or betray confidence; secretive, separate, apart.
  4. 4.Separate; distinct.

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