What is another word for secret agent?

Pronunciation: [sˈiːkɹət ˈe͡ɪd͡ʒənt] (IPA)

A secret agent is a person who carries out covert activities on behalf of an organization or government. There are several other terms that can be used to refer to a secret agent, such as a covert operative, undercover agent, spy, intelligence officer, espionage specialist, or clandestine operative. These synonyms highlight the secretive nature of the work that these individuals undertake and the need for discretion and secrecy to be maintained at all times. Whatever term is used, the work of these individuals remains vital to maintaining the safety and security of their country and citizens.

What are the hypernyms for Secret agent?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Secret agent

  • I wanted to be a secret agent and an astronaut, preferably at the same time.
    David Byrne
  • I wanted to do everything. I wanted to be a pilot. I wanted to be a secret agent. I wanted to be a fireman and a doctor, all that. So I related that through movies and stuff.
    Josh Holloway
  • Even a secret agent can't lie to a Jewish mother.
    Peter Malkin
  • Of all those in the army close to the commander none is more intimate than the secret agent; of all rewards none more liberal than those given to secret agents; of all matters none is more confidential than those relating to secret operations.
    Sun Tzu
  • If I wasn't an actor, I'd be a secret agent.
    Thornton Wilder

Related words: secret agent, agent, spy, espionage, undercover agent, agent work, undercover work, spy work

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