privately (B2)
adverb
Pronunciation: /ˈpraɪvətli/
Definition
In a way that is secret or intended only for one person or a small group, not for the public.
Examples
She confessed privately that she was afraid of flying.
The company's finances were discussed privately among the board members.
He preferred to keep his personal life privately, away from the media.
How to Use privately
- privately owned (collocation)
- Belonging to a person or group, not the government or public. — "The land is privately owned, so you cannot enter without permission."
- privately held (collocation)
- Not available to the general public or stock market investors. — "The company has been privately held since its founding."
- privately funded (collocation)
- Supported financially by individuals or non-governmental organizations. — "The museum relies on privately funded donations to operate."
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