secretly (B1)
adverb
Pronunciation: /ˈsiː.krət.li/
Definition
In a way that is hidden from others, or not known or seen by other people.
Examples
She *secretly* admired her rival's talent.
He *secretly* wished he could join them.
The children were *secretly* planning a surprise party for their parents.
How to Use secretly
- secretly admire (collocation)
- To have a feeling of respect or approval for someone or something without showing it. — "He *secretly admired* her courage."
- secretly wish (collocation)
- To desire something strongly without expressing it openly. — "She *secretly wished* for a different outcome."
- secretly hope (collocation)
- To have a feeling of expectation and desire for something to happen, without making it known. — "They *secretly hoped* their plan would succeed."
- secretly plan (collocation)
- To make arrangements for something in a hidden or private way. — "The children were *secretly planning* a surprise for their mother."
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