conceal; hide; withhold
Meanings
2 senses · 7 examplesverb
to conceal; to hide (the truth); to withhold (information)
formalTypically used when someone deliberately keeps facts or information secret, especially when there is a duty to report. Often appears in legal, administrative, or formal contexts.
He concealed the truth and did not report it to the police.
After the accident occurred, the person in charge chose to conceal it and not report it.
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Concealing important evidence is an illegal act.
verb
to hide; to conceal (oneself or physical objects); to go into hiding
Can refer to hiding physical property, valuables, or oneself in a location to avoid detection. Often used in contexts of evading authorities, criminals hiding, or protecting assets.
He hid the property in a secret compartment in the basement.
The criminal attempted to hide abroad to evade capture.
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To protect his family, he had no choice but to go into hiding.
This batch of smuggled goods was concealed inside a shipping container.