Top synonyms for “private”: buck private, common soldier, individual(a), intimate, secret, backstage, clannish, cliquish, and 22 more below.
Definitions
- (noun)an enlisted man of the lowest rank in the Army or Marines“our prisoner was just a private and knew nothing of value”
- (adjective)not expressed“secret (or private) thoughts”
- (adjective)concerning one person exclusively“we all have individual cars”
- (adjective)concerning things deeply private and personal“intimate correspondence”
- (adjective)confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy“a private place”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "private"?
Common synonyms for "private" include buck private, common soldier, individual(a), intimate, secret, backstage. Our thesaurus lists 30 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "private"?
Antonyms for "private" include public. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "private" mean?
an enlisted man of the lowest rank in the Army or Marines Example: "our prisoner was just a private and knew nothing of value"
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