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Definition of Covertness
1. Noun. The state of being covert and hidden.
Generic synonyms: Concealment, Privacy, Privateness, Secrecy
Derivative terms: Covert
Definition of Covertness
1. n. Secrecy; privacy.
Definition of Covertness
1. Noun. The characteristic of being covert. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Covertness
1. [n -ES]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Covertness
Literary usage of Covertness
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Chinese Views of Future Warfare by Michael Pillsbury (1997)
"It is vital • to develop and apply stealth technology and upgrade the covertness
of | navy platforms. Navies in each country have already shown concern ..."
2. A Dictionary of the English Language by Samuel Johnson, John Walker, Robert S. Jameson (1828)
"... three or four fathom broad, ranging quite round the half moons, or other works
toward the country. covertness, (kuv'-ert-nes) n. ». Secrecy. ..."
3. Studies on Slavery, in Easy Lessons: Compiled Into Eight Studies, and by John Fletcher (1852)
"... art and covertness ; so much so, that it takes its character rather from its
effect on the mind than from its language; and we therefore desire him who ..."
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