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occulto

hidden

adjective ohk-KOOL-toh Rare
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Origin: Latin occultus (concealed)

Also means

occult

Usage Note

Occulto covers both the literal sense of something physically hidden and the figurative sense of secret or clandestine activity, as in potere occulto (hidden power). It also functions as a noun, l'occulto, meaning the occult or supernatural realm. Do not confuse with nascosto, which is more neutral and physical.

Examples

"C'è un potere occulto dietro questa decisione."

Natural Translation

There is a hidden power behind this decision.

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