A2adjective 1K

Secret

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈsiːkrət/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈsiːkrət/"]/

Meaning of Secret

known about by only a few people; kept hidden from others

In simple words: Something that is kept hidden or not known by many people.

Secret in a sentence

• They have a secret plan to surprise her for her birthday.
• He told me his secret, and I promised to keep it safe.
• The secret to success is hard work and dedication.
• She felt like she was part of a secret club when they let her in.
• They shared many secret jokes that only they understood.

How to use Secret

Use 'secret' in both casual and formal contexts to refer to something private or confidential. Avoid using it in formal documents where precision is needed.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'secret agent' who keeps things hidden.

Related words

Collocations with Secret

• be
• remain
• stay
• highly
• top
• very
• from
• be
• remain
• stay
• highly
• top
• very
• from

Synonyms for Secret

• mystery
• confidentiality
• hidden fact
• private matter
• unknown

Opposites of Secret

• revelation
• openness
• transparency

Common mistakes with Secret

• Confusing 'secret' with 'sacred'; they have different meanings.
• Using 'secret' in place of 'secretive' when describing a person's behavior.

Frequently asked questions about Secret

What does Secret mean?

Something that is kept hidden or not known by many people.

What is the definition of Secret?

known about by only a few people; kept hidden from others

How do you use Secret in a sentence?

They have a secret plan to surprise her for her birthday.

Can you give another example of Secret?

He told me his secret, and I promised to keep it safe.

What are synonyms for Secret?

Common alternatives include mystery, confidentiality, hidden fact, private matter, unknown.

What is the opposite of Secret?

Opposite meanings include revelation, openness, transparency.

What words go with Secret?

It commonly pairs with be, remain, stay, highly, top, very, from, be, remain, stay, highly, top, very, from.

What are common mistakes when using Secret?

Confusing 'secret' with 'sacred'; they have different meanings. Using 'secret' in place of 'secretive' when describing a person's behavior.

How do you pronounce Secret?

US: /["/ˈsiːkrət/"]/, UK: /["/ˈsiːkrət/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Secret?

Use 'secret' in both casual and formal contexts to refer to something private or confidential. Avoid using it in formal documents where precision is needed.

What CEFR level is Secret?

"Secret" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.