hidden
Americanadjective
verb
verb
adjective
Other Word Forms
- half-hidden adjective
- hiddenly adverb
- hiddenness noun
- unhidden adjective
- well-hidden adjective
Etymology
Origin of hidden
First recorded in 1540–50, for the adjective
Example Sentences
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Unemployment rates have remained relatively steady in the United States -- but the figure has hidden churn under the surface, analysts warn, as weak jobs growth has been matched by a drop in labor supply.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
Whatever the act is, it’s hidden from the trailer, but the ensuing reactions are not.
From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026
“However, many policyholders report that actual returns fall far short of sales projections. Regulatory agencies have received thousands of complaints about misleading illustrations and hidden fees.”
From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026
The accumulation of hidden strains builds to tragedy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
He felt as if Mr. Martinez had unlocked something hidden deep inside him.
From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville
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