hidden
UK: ˈhɪdn | US: ˈhɪdn
adj. not visible or easily noticed; concealed
adj. kept out of sight; secret
v. past participle of "hide" (to conceal or obscure)
hidden = hid<conceal> + en<past participle suffix>
- hid (from Old English hȳdan, meaning "to conceal")
- en (a Germanic past participle suffix, often marking completed action)
Etymology Origin:
The word "hidden" originates from Old English hȳdan, meaning "to conceal," combined with the past participle suffix -en. This suffix was commonly used in Germanic languages to form past participles (e.g., "broken," "spoken"). Over time, "hidden" evolved to describe something intentionally kept out of view or obscured, retaining its core sense of concealment.
The treasure was hidden beneath an old oak tree.
She had a hidden talent for painting.
The spy's identity remained hidden for years.
The document contained hidden clues to the mystery.
His true feelings were hidden behind a smile.