Divulgence — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /də-ˈvəlj/ di·vulge

Meaning & Definition of Divulgence

Divulgence (verb)

  1. to make known (something, such as a confidence or secret)
  2. to make public, proclaim

Divulgence (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the act or an instance of making known something previously unknown or concealed

    "the government strictly prohibits the divulgence of classified information"

    similar: disclosure, exposure, revelation
    related: bombshell, kick, kicker, surprise, acknowledgment, admission, avowal, concession, confession
    near: concealment, cover-up

Related Entry: Divulge (verb)

Divulge is a different word from Divulgence. The synonyms below are for divulge, not for divulgence.

  1. to make known (as information previously kept secret)

    "we tried to make him divulge the name of the winner, but he wouldn't budge"

    similar: bare, disclose, discover, expose, let on (about), reveal, spill, tell, unbosom, uncloak, uncover, unmask, unveil, bring to light, go public (with), let the cat out of the bag (about), spill the beans (about)
    related: confide, share, debunk, show up, unclothe, undrape, advertise, announce, blaze, bring out, broadcast, declare, placard, post, proclaim, promulgate, publicize, publish, sound, betray, blab, give away, leak, inform, squeal, talk, communicate, impart, relate, acknowledge, admit, avow, concede, confess, own, disinter, rake up, smoke out, unearth
    opposite: cloak, conceal, cover (up), enshroud, hide, mask, shroud, veil
    near: camouflage, disguise, gild, gloss (over), varnish, whitewash, becloud, bedim, befog, cloud, darken, eclipse, obscure, overcast, overshadow, shade

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Divulgence

The most common words with a similar meaning to Divulgence:

disclosure, exposure, revelation

Related Words for Divulgence

bombshell, kick, kicker, surprise, acknowledgment, admission, avowal, concession, confession

Near Antonyms of Divulgence

concealment, cover-up

Word Forms of Divulgence

Inflections: divulged, divulging

Derived words: divulgence (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Divulgence

Middle English, from Latin divulgare, from dis- + vulgare to make known, from vulgus mob

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Divulgence

What does "Divulgence" mean?

"Divulgence" means to make known (something, such as a confidence or secret). As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to make known (something, such as a confidence or secret).

What is another word for "Divulgence"?

Other words for "Divulgence" include disclosure, exposure and revelation. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Divulgence" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Divulgence"?

There are 12 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Divulgence". Common alternatives include disclosure, exposure and revelation.

How do you use "Divulgence" in a sentence?

Examples of "Divulgence" in a sentence: "the government strictly prohibits the divulgence of classified information".

Is "Divulgence" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Divulgence" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Divulgence"?

"Divulgence" is pronounced /də-ˈvəlj/ and divided into syllables as di·vulge.

What is the origin of the word "Divulgence"?

"Divulgence" comes from Middle English, from Latin divulgare, from dis- + vulgare to make known, from vulgus mob. First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Divulgence" meaning "the act or an instance of making known something previously unknown or concealed"?

When "Divulgence" (noun) means the act or an instance of making known something previously unknown or concealed, synonyms include disclosure, exposure and revelation.