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veiled

 

[ veɪld ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

hidden

concealed or disguised

Synonyms

covered, hidden, masked

Examples of usage

  • a veiled threat
  • her veiled hostility towards him
Context #2 | Adjective

clothed

wearing a veil

Synonyms

covered, draped, shrouded

Examples of usage

  • a veiled bride
  • veiled women in the ceremony
Context #3 | Verb

covered

to cover with or as if with a veil

Synonyms

conceal, cover, mask

Examples of usage

  • she veiled her face
  • the sun veiled by clouds

Translations

Translations of the word "veiled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 velado

🇮🇳 आवरणयुक्त

🇩🇪 verschleiert

🇮🇩 terselubung

🇺🇦 завуальований

🇵🇱 zawoalowany

🇯🇵 ベールをかけた

🇫🇷 voilé

🇪🇸 velado

🇹🇷 örtülü

🇰🇷 베일에 싸인

🇸🇦 محجوب

🇨🇿 zahalený

🇸🇰 zahalený

🇨🇳 遮蔽的

🇸🇮 zagrnjen

🇮🇸 hulinn

🇰🇿 жасырылған

🇬🇪 დაფარული

🇦🇿 örtülü

🇲🇽 velado

Etymology

The word 'veiled' originated from the Middle English 'veilen', which came from the Old French 'vëler' meaning 'to cover'. The use of veils has been a longstanding tradition in various cultures for religious, ceremonial, or fashion purposes. Veils have often been associated with mystery, modesty, or protection.

See also: unveil, unveiling, veil, veiling.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,988, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.