secretive

[ˈsiːkrətɪv]

secretive Definition

• 1. inclined to conceal feelings and intentions or not to disclose information
• 2. having a tendency to keep one's thoughts, actions, and intentions hidden from others

Using secretive: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "secretive" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She was very secretive about her past.

• Example

  The company has been very secretive about its new product.

• Example

  He is notoriously secretive about his personal life.

secretive Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for secretive

• reserved
• reticent
• uncommunicative

Antonyms for secretive

• open
• frank
• candid

Phrases with secretive

• keep something secret

  to not tell anyone about something

  Example

  I promised to keep the news secret until Friday.

• secretive about something

  not willing to talk about something or share information about it

  Example

  He's always been very secretive about his work.

• secretive person

  a person who is inclined to conceal feelings and intentions or not to disclose information

  Example

  She's a very secretive person and doesn't like to talk about herself.

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Summary: secretive in Brief

The term 'secretive' [ˈsiːkrətɪv] refers to someone who is inclined to conceal feelings and intentions or not to disclose information. It is often used to describe a person who keeps their thoughts, actions, and intentions hidden from others. Examples include 'She was very secretive about her past.' and 'The company has been very secretive about its new product.' Synonyms for 'secretive' include 'reserved' and 'reticent,' while antonyms include 'open' and 'frank.'