1. A statement or assertion that is hidden, disguised, or not explicitly expressed, often requiring interpretation to understand the true meaning
The critic detected a concealed statement of disapproval in the author's subtle remarks.
O crítico detectou uma declaração oculta de desaprovação nas observações sutis do autor.
2. In legal or formal contexts, information or admission that is implied rather than directly stated
The concealed statement in the contract suggested liability despite the explicit denial.
A declaração oculta no contrato sugeria responsabilidade apesar da negação explícita.