Overt definition
Not hidden; open; observable; apparent; manifest.
adjective
Open and observable; not hidden, concealed, or secret.
Overt hostility; overt intelligence gathering.
adjective
The definition of overt is something that is out in the open.
An example of overt is public displays of affection.
adjective
Of, relating to, or being military or intelligence operations sanctioned or mandated by Congress.
Overt aid to the rebels.
adjective
(law) Done openly and publicly, without attempt at concealment and with evident intent.
adjective
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Unconcealed; open and observable; not secret.
adjective
Origin of overt
- Middle English from Old French past participle of ovrir to open from Vulgar Latin ōperīre alteration (influenced by Latin cōperīre to cover) of Latin aperīre wer-4 in Indo-European roots
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
- From Old French overt (“open") (modern French ouvert).
From Wiktionary