secretive

/ˈsiːkrətɪv/
adjective
  1. Tending to keep thoughts, feelings, or actions hidden from others; not open or frank.
    • The company was secretive about its new product until the official launch.
    • She became more secretive about her plans after the surprise party was almost ruined.
    • My cat is very secretive and hides under the bed whenever guests come over.
  2. Characterized by or done in a way that avoids being noticed or known.
    • There was a secretive meeting held late at night in the basement.
    • The spy used a secretive method to pass along the coded message.
    • They exchanged secretive glances across the crowded room.
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