The difference between Clandestine and Secretive
When used as adjectives, clandestine means done or kept in secret, sometimes to conceal an illicit or improper purpose, whereas secretive means having an inclination to secrecy.
check bellow for the other definitions of Clandestine and Secretive
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Clandestine as an adjective:
Done or kept in secret, sometimes to conceal an illicit or improper purpose.
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Clandestine as an adjective (freemasonry, of a person or lodge):
Not recognized as a regular member.
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Secretive as an adjective:
Having an inclination to secrecy.