confidential
Translation
confidential, secret, private
Examples
This information is strictly confidential.
This information is strictly confidential.
He has a confidential secretary.
He has a confidential secretary.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is confidential (sth.) is secret This information is strictly confidential.
a confidential ((noun)) a secret (noun) He has a confidential secretary.
Similar Words
Synonyms: secret, private, classified; Antonyms: public, open
Etymology
From Latin 'confidere' (to trust), from 'con-' (with) + 'fidere' (to trust). It implies something shared in trust.
Memory Tips
Think of the verb 'to confide'. You confide confidential information in someone you trust.