Closeted: meaning, definitions and examples

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closeted

 

[ หˆklษ’zษชtษชd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

sexual orientation

The term 'closeted' refers to an individual, often in the LGBTQ+ community, who has not publicly disclosed their sexual orientation or gender identity. This secrecy may stem from fear of discrimination, rejection, or societal pressures. Individuals may choose to remain closeted for personal safety or comfort. The experience of being closeted can be emotionally challenging, as it often involves navigating personal identity away from societal expectations.

Synonyms

discreet, hidden, secretive

Examples of usage

  • He is still closeted about his true identity.
  • Many people feel pressure to stay closeted due to family expectations.
  • Coming out of the closet is a significant life change for many.
  • She lived a closeted life for years before embracing her identity.

Translations

Translations of the word "closeted" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น escondido

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค›เคฟเคชเคพ เคนเฅเค†

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช versteckt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tersembunyi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั…ะพะฒะฐะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ukryty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้š ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cachรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ escondido

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท saklฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ˆจ๊ฒจ์ง„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฎููŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ skrytรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ skrytรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้š่—็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ skrit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fali

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐัั‹ั€ั‹ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒ›แƒแƒšแƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gizli

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ escondido

Etymology

The word 'closeted' originated from the noun 'closet', which means a small room, often used for storage or privacy, deriving from the Middle English word 'closet' meaning a small room or a private space. The term 'closet' itself has roots in the French word 'clos', which means 'enclosed' or 'shut'. Over time, 'closeted' began to take on a metaphorical meaning pertaining to personal identity, especially in relation to sexual orientation and gender identity. This usage became popular within the LGBTQ+ community, particularly during the late 20th century as discussions around sexuality and identity became more open. The phrase 'coming out of the closet' emerged as a way to signify the act of revealing one's true self, breaking free from societal constraints, and embracing one's identity publicly.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,254, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.