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Shrouded Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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shrouded

[หˆสƒraสŠdษชd ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

mystery

Cover or envelop so as to conceal from view.

Synonyms

conceal, cover, hide.

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Word Description / Examples
shrouded

Used to describe something that is hidden or obscured, often with a sense of mystery or secrecy. Frequently used in literary or dramatic contexts.

  • The ancient ruins were shrouded in mist.
  • His true intentions remained shrouded in mystery.
conceal

Implies deliberately keeping something hidden or secret. Often used when someone is purposely keeping something from being seen or known.

  • He tried to conceal the truth from his friend.
  • The thief concealed the stolen goods in his coat.
hide

Typically used to describe putting something in a place where it cannot be easily seen or found. It has a wide range of uses, both physically and metaphorically.

  • He tried to hide behind the tree.
  • She couldn't hide her excitement about the trip.
cover

Generally used to describe physically placing something over or around something else to hide or protect it. Can also be used metaphorically.

  • She covered the cake with a cloth to keep it fresh.
  • The darkness covered the land as the sun set.

Examples of usage

  • The mountains were shrouded in mist.
  • The forest was shrouded in darkness.
  • The truth was shrouded in secrecy.
Context #2 | Adjective

atmosphere

Wrapped or cloaked in a covering.

Synonyms

cloaked, covered, veiled.

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shrouded

This word is often used when something is hidden or obscured in a mysterious or secretive way.

  • The village was shrouded in fog
  • His past remains shrouded in mystery
cloaked

Used typically to describe something that is hidden or covered with a covering, often implying secrecy or disguise.

  • Her intentions were cloaked in secrecy
  • The spy cloaked themselves in a heavy coat
veiled

Implies that something is hidden or obscured, often in a metaphorical sense or as a form of disguise. Can have a slight negative or mysterious connotation.

  • Her criticism was thinly veiled
  • The mountain peak was veiled in clouds
covered

A general term used when something is placed over something else, often to protect or conceal it.

  • The car was covered with snow
  • She covered the cake with frosting

Examples of usage

  • The room had a shrouded atmosphere.
  • The shrouded figure moved silently through the night.

Translations

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Origin of 'shrouded'

The word 'shrouded' originated from Middle English 'schrouden', which meant to clothe or cover. Over time, the meaning evolved to encompass the idea of covering or enveloping something to conceal it from view. The use of 'shrouded' to describe mystery or secrecy became popular in the 19th century, reflecting the idea of something being hidden or obscured from sight.

See also: shroud.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,053, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.