confidentiality — the state of keeping or being kept secret or private
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the state of keeping or being kept secret or private
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌkɑːnfɪˌdenʃiˈæləti/
Example Sentences
- The gossip blogger was fired for violating celebrity confidentiality agreements.
- Doctor-patient confidentiality prevents physicians from sharing medical information.
- The spy's biggest challenge wasn't the mission itself, but maintaining confidentiality from his chatty roommate.
confidentiality
NOUN[/ˌkɑːnfɪˌdenʃiˈæləti/]
the state of keeping or being kept secret or private
The lawyer locks sensitive files in a safe to ensure confidentiality.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'confidere' (to trust, to have confidence), combining 'con-' (together) and 'fidere' (to trust). The word evolved to denote the concept of maintaining secrets based on trust and mutual reliance.
Breakdown
con- (together) + fidere (to trust) + -ality (quality or state of being). The suffix -ality transforms the verb into an abstract noun expressing the quality of being trustworthy and maintaining confidentiality.
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📝Examples
“The gossip blogger was fired for violating celebrity confidentiality agreements.”
“Doctor-patient confidentiality prevents physicians from sharing medical information.”
“The spy's biggest challenge wasn't the mission itself, but maintaining confidentiality from his chatty roommate.”
“The company's confidentiality policy requires all employees to sign non-disclosure agreements.”
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