covert

[ˈkəʊvəːt]

[koʊˈvɜɹt]

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A covert operation or activity is secret and hidden from public view.

Imagine you watch a spy movie where the hero sneaks around without being seen. That's what "covert" usually means - something that happens quietly, without anyone noticing it's happening. This word often comes up in politics, business, or even online activities where people try to keep their intentions secret.

How common is "covert"?

Word covert is considered uncommon in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.

Definitions

noun

A covering.
A disguise.
A hiding place.
Area of thick undergrowth where animals hide.
A feather that covers the bases of flight feathers.

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adjective

Hidden, covered over; overgrown, sheltered.
Secret, surreptitious, concealed.

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