👉 Kept, or meant to be kept, secret within a certain circle of persons; not intended to be known publicly
Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look! Today we’re tackling the word “confidential,” it’s a really important one to understand. The dictionary gives us a good start: "Kept, or meant to be kept, secret within a certain circle of persons; not intended to be known publicly.” Let's break that down with a little rhyme, if you please! “Confidential” means things are private and neat, Like secrets shared, oh so discreet. It’s for a group, a chosen few, Not meant for all the world to view! Think of it like this: a doctor sharing your health report, or a lawyer discussing your case – that information is confidential . It’s special and needs to be protected. It's about trust, you see, and respecting boundaries. If something is labelled ‘confidential’, it means someone wants to keep it private for a good reason. Do you have any questions about what we’ve discussed? Let’s make sure everyone understands this important word!