Veiled
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adjective
Definition
Partially concealed or disguised
Examples
“Her comment was a veiled criticism.”
“The veiled threat was understood by all.”
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GRE Tip
Veiled is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "concealed" or "obscured" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "overt".
Related GRE Words
shrouded
Covered or enveloped so as to conceal from view
covert
Not openly acknowledged or displayed; secret
stealthy
Behaving or done in a cautious and surreptitious manner
nuance
A subtle difference in or shade of meaning, expression, or sound
tacit
Understood or implied without being stated
clandestine
Kept secret or done secretively, especially because illicit
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