Definitions and Examples of conceal, withhold
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To keep something hidden or secret from others.
Example
She tried to conceal her disappointment when she didn't get the job.
To refuse to give or share something; to keep something back.
Example
The company decided to withhold bonuses this year due to financial difficulties.
Key Differences: conceal vs withhold
- 1Conceal implies actively hiding or covering up information to prevent it from being discovered.
- 2Withhold implies refusing to give or share information that is expected or required.
Effective Usage of conceal, withhold
- 1Communication: Use announces to inform others about news, events, or changes. Use conceal and withhold to indicate secrecy or lack of transparency.
- 2Writing: Use these antonyms in writing to create suspense, tension, or intrigue.
- 3Negotiation: Use withhold to indicate a bargaining position or leverage in negotiations.
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Remember this!
The antonyms conceal and withhold convey the opposite meaning of announces. Conceal implies actively hiding information, while withhold implies refusing to give or share information. Use these words to create suspense in writing, indicate secrecy or lack of transparency, or as a bargaining position in negotiations.
