Shrouded: meaning, definitions and examples

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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