Definition

Partially secret or confidential, meaning that some information is kept hidden while other parts are known to the public.

Example

The organization operated in a semisecret manner, sharing some details while keeping others hidden.

Conversation

Did you hear about the semisecret meeting happening tomorrow?

Yeah, I heard people talking about it, but it's not officially announced.

I wonder what they will discuss at this semisecret gathering.

Probably something important, but they want to keep it low-key for now.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Semisecret → It is formed from "semi-" (meaning half) and "secret" (from Latin "secretus", meaning hidden or concealed). The word "semisecret" refers to something that is partially hidden or not fully disclosed.

Memory Tip

Think of 'half' ('semi-') of something being 'hidden' ('secret') — that's why semisecret means partially hidden.

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