classified (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈklæsɪfaɪd/

Definition

Designated as secret or restricted, accessible only to authorized persons, especially concerning government or military information.

Examples

• The agent was denied access to the classified files due to not having the proper security clearance.

• Details of the new defense system remain highly classified to prevent foreign espionage.

• She accidentally stumbled upon a classified report while cleaning out an old office.

How to Use classified

classified as (prepositional phrase)

To be categorized or officially designated as something. — "The new species was classified as critically endangered."

classified by (prepositional phrase)

To be grouped according to a specific criterion. — "The samples were classified by their chemical composition."

Synonyms of classified

Words with a similar meaning to classified:

• secret
• confidential
• restricted
• top secret

Antonyms of classified

Words with the opposite meaning to classified:

• public
• unrestricted

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