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Confidential

Definition:

Confidential is an adjective that refers to something that is meant to be kept secret or private, usually entrusted only to a select few individuals or parties.

Senses:

1. Kept secret for privacy:

In this sense, confidential describes information or data that is meant to be kept private, not revealed, or shared with others without proper authorization. It implies a high level of trust, where the confidentiality of the information is of utmost importance.

Example sentence:

During the meeting, the executive shared confidential information about the upcoming merger.

2. Ensuring privacy in professional relationships:

Here, confidential refers to a level of trust established between professionals and clients, where sensitive or personal information shared is treated with utmost discretion ensuring privacy and maintaining professional ethics.

Example sentence:

The lawyer assured her client that all the discussions would remain confidential, regardless of the outcome.

3. Marked as private and secretive:

In this sense, when referring to documents or files, confidential indicates that they are intentionally marked or classified as private, indicating that only authorized individuals are allowed access.

Example sentence:

Access to the confidential files in the company's server room is strictly limited to authorized personnel.

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