Covert Operations Vocabulary

noun the practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities of a foreign government or organization

• The government launched an investigation into allegations of espionage by foreign agents.
• I heard that there was some espionage going on between rival companies.
• Don't mess with him, he's involved in some shady espionage stuff.
• In the world of politics, espionage is like a game of chess, with each move carefully calculated.

adjective used to describe someone or something that is working or operating secretly or undercover

adverb used to describe an action that is done secretly or in a hidden manner

• The detective went undercover to gather information on the criminal organization.
• I heard that Sarah is going undercover for her latest assignment.
• The cops are sending someone undercover to bust the drug ring.
• She felt like she was living undercover, hiding her true self from the world.