Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hidden-agenda
noun
/ˈhɪd.ən əˈdʒɛn.də/
Definition
A concealed plan or intention that is not openly acknowledged or expressed.
Examples
- She presented her ideas in a way that raised suspicions of a hidden agenda.
- The negotiations were complicated by each party’s hidden agenda.
- Trust is crucial; without it, hidden agendas can poison any discussion.
Meaning
A hidden agenda refers to a person’s secret motives or goals that they do not disclose to others, often leading to mistrust in communication.
Synonyms
- covert intention
- secret motive
- ulterior motive
- concealed plan
