Updated June 2026
Information or matters intended to be kept secret or private, restricted to those authorised to know. It implies trust and discretion in handling sensitive material.
“The lawyer kept all client information strictly confidential as required by professional ethics.”
/ˌkɑːnfɪˈdɛnʃl/
con·fi·den·tial
Contains multiple 'I' vowels and double 'N'; features the 'TIAL' suffix pattern
Worth 19 points; excellent length for strategic placement on premium squares
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