confidential

B1
Pronunciation
/ˌkɑːnfɪˈdɛnʃl/
Adjective
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

Kept, or meant to be kept, secret within a certain circle of persons; not intended to be known publicly

Synonyms
classified dern off the record private privileged secret
Antonyms
on the record public
Example Sentences
  • The newspaper claims a leaked confidential report by the government admits to problems with corrupt MPs.
2 Definition

Inclined to share confidences; (of things) making people inclined to share confidences; involving the sharing of confidences.

Example Sentences
  • Sitting in front of the fire, they became quite confidential, and began to gossip.
3 Definition

Having someone's confidence or trust; having a position requiring trust; worthy of being trusted with confidences.

Example Sentences
  • a confidential agent; a confidential servant; a confidential whisper