Covert Definition & Meaning

covert
adjective
  1. secret or hidden; not openly practiced or engaged in or shown or avowed; "covert actions by the CIA"; "covert funding for the rebels"
  2. (of a wife) being under the protection of her husband; "a woman covert"
noun
  1. a flock of coots
  2. a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something; "a screen of trees afforded privacy"; "under cover of darkness"; "the brush provided a covert for game"; "the simplest concealment is to match perfectly the color of the background"

"Covert" in song lyrics

See how covert is used in real songs:

  • "Aiyyo rush extreme pervert, I'm undercover covert"
    Virtuoso f/ Jedi Mind Tricks, T-Ruckus — Beatdown
  • "crkt covert"
    AOL — AOL
  • "kohl bed skirts 4 park avenue covert"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "covert"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "covert" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for covert to find words that pair well.

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