정보가 외부에 누설되지 않도록 비밀로 유지되는 상태나 성질.
The state of keeping information secret or private, particularly within professional, legal, or medical contexts.
예문:
"The therapist emphasized that absolute confidentiality is essential for a successful treatment process."
"Before starting the project, the consultants were required to sign a confidentiality agreement."
"A breach of confidentiality can lead to severe legal consequences and loss of professional reputation."