concealed
/kənˈsiːld/ (bre, ipa) · /kənˈsiːld/ (ame, ipa) · /kən-ˈsēld/ (ame, mw)
concealed — adjective
- concealedpositive
- more concealedcomparative
- most concealedsuperlative
1. deliberately positioned so that it cannot be seen or easily discovered, often fo
deliberately positioned so that it cannot be seen or easily discovered, often for safety, secrecy, or protection.
The security guard found a concealed camera in the corner of the hotel room.
collocation: concealed camera
Luis discovered a small concealed safe behind the painting in the library.
During the search, officers found a concealed weapon under the driver's seat.
Fatima kept her feelings of disappointment carefully concealed during the meeting.
The entrance to the basement was concealed by thick bushes that had grown over the years.
- hidden
more general term; can be accidental or unintentional
- covered
something placed on top to hide what is beneath
- disguised
appearance changed to avoid recognition, often of identity
- tucked away
informal; positioned in a quiet or remote spot
用法筆記
Unlike 'hidden', which can describe accidental or temporary invisibility, 'concealed' carries a stronger implication of deliberate placement out of sight.