adverb
- in a way that is intended to be kept secret or private; not for public knowledge
- in a manner showing trust or intimacy; as a confidant
Examples
- She told me confidentially that she was planning to resign.
- The doctor spoke confidentially with the patient about treatment options.
- He whispered confidentially that he had won the lottery.
- The company shared the data confidentially with its partners.
- She confided confidentially in her best friend about her worries.
- The information was shared confidentially among the board members.