hidden

adjective

hid·​den ˈhi-dᵊn How to pronounce hidden (audio)
1
: being out of sight or not readily apparent : concealed
2
hiddenness noun

Examples of hidden in a Sentence

There was a hidden flaw in the airplane's design. the hidden costs in buying a home
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Cities are also ideal for discovering hidden gems with your partner while the kids are occupied. Annabelle Canela, Parents, 14 Jan. 2025 In Silo 18, Knox visits Walker to tell her of a new plan to use the remaining gunpowder, as sneaky Bernard watches and listens to the conversation from a hidden camera that Walker activated. Jeff Spry, Space.com, 13 Jan. 2025 Alexis wants to discover more hidden gems across our state. Laura Barrero, Axios, 13 Jan. 2025 Shop more luxe furniture and decor from Walmart’s hidden storefront below. Kelsey Fredricks, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for hidden 

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of hidden was in the 13th century

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“Hidden.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hidden. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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