clandestine
Translation
clandestine, secret
Examples
They held a clandestine meeting in the basement.
They held a clandestine meeting in the basement.
He was involved in clandestine activities.
He was involved in clandestine activities.
Grammar Patterns
clandestine ((noun)) (adjective) planned or done in secret They held a clandestine meeting.
Similar Words
Synonyms: secret, covert, surreptitious; Antonyms: open, public, overt
Etymology
From Latin 'clandestinus', from 'clam' meaning 'secretly'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'clan-destine'. Imagine a 'clan' that is 'destined' for secret activities.