Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
secret-weapon
noun
/ˈsiː.krɪt ˈwɛp.ən/
Definition
A secret weapon is a method or tool that is not known to others and is used to gain an advantage over competitors or adversaries.
Examples
- In the world of marketing, innovative social media strategies can be a company’s secret weapon.
- Knowledge of a competitor’s weaknesses can serve as a secret weapon in negotiations.
- His exceptional analytical skills became his secret weapon in problem-solving.
Meaning
An asset or strategy that is not commonly known or understood, which can help achieve a significant advantage in a competition or conflict.
Synonyms
- ace in the hole
- advantage
- trump card
- hidden asset
