secrecy

Meanings

• noun

  The state of keeping information secret.

  - "The government maintained secrecy about the new military project."
  - "She vowed to keep the secrecy of her friend's confession."

• adjective

  The quality of being secret.

  - "The secrecy of the society was essential for their survival."
  - "He was known for his secrecy and rarely shared personal information."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈsiːkɹəsi/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

dern

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with secrecy
deceit , reality , seaside , veiliety

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Variants

List of all variants of secrecy that leads to same result
secrecies , secrecy , anti-secrecy , antisecrecy , swear (someone) to secrecy , swear someone to secrecy , swear to secrecy

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Forms

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secrets, secreted, secreting, secrecy's

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Etymology

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From the Old French 'secrecy' or 'secret', meaning 'hidden, concealed'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'secrecy' is derived from the Old French word 'secret', meaning 'hidden, concealed'.

2. Secrecy is a common theme in many myths and legends, including the story of King Arthur and the Round Table.

3. The concept of secrecy has been explored in literature since ancient times, with examples including Plato's 'Allegory of the Cave' and Shakespeare's 'Hamlet'.

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Related Concepts

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1. confidentiality: The obligation to keep information private and protect it from unauthorized disclosure.

2. discretion: The ability to keep information private and use it wisely.

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Culture

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In literature and art, secrecy often represents hidden truths, deceit, and intrigue. It is a common theme in spy novels, mystery stories, and thrillers. Secrecy can also be a source of power and control, as those who hold the secret have an advantage over those who do not.

How to Memorize "secrecy"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a locked box or a sealed envelope to represent secrecy.
   - Visualize people whispering and exchanging knowing glances to represent the sharing of a secret.

2. associate
   

   - Associate secrecy with the image of a spy or a detective.
   - Connect secrecy with the idea of a hidden treasure or a secret message.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym S-E-C-R-E-T to remember the meaning of secrecy: 'Secrecy Ensures Confidentiality, Respect, and Trust'.

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