VocabJLPT N1
secrecy
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. secrecy
  2. 2. highly classified information
  3. 3. Confidentiality
This noun means "classified" or "confidential" information, typically in a governmental or military context. It is used when referring to secrets that must be strictly protected from unauthorized access.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"If you're going to handle classified material, be prepared," my coworker said.

Sentence 2

If that's classified, you really shouldn't be carrying it around!

Sentence 3

His smile is actually suspicious — is he hiding some kind of secret?

Sentence 4

The security camera footage is treated as classified.

Sentence 5

This scrap of paper is classified? Isn't that a bit much?