Revealed — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb adjective /ri-ˈvēl/ re·veal

Meaning & Definition of Revealed

Revealed (verb)

  1. to make (something secret or hidden) publicly or generally known
  2. to open up to view, display
  3. to make known through divine inspiration

Revealed (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in displayed

Revealed (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

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

    "at the end of the book, the detective reveals the identity of the mysterious stranger"

  2. to make known (something abstract) through outward signs

    "a habitual smirk that reveals his contempt for other people"

Related Entry: Reveal (verb)

Reveal is a different word from Revealed. The synonyms below are for reveal, not for revealed.

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

    "at the end of the book, the detective reveals the identity of the mysterious stranger"

  2. to make known (something abstract) through outward signs

    "a habitual smirk that reveals his contempt for other people"

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Revealed

The most common words with a similar meaning to Revealed:

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Revealed

Words with the opposite meaning of Revealed:

Near Antonyms of Revealed

Word Forms of Revealed

Inflections: revealing, reveals

Derived words: revealable (adjective), revealer (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Revealed

Middle English revelen, from Anglo-French reveler, from Latin revelare to uncover, reveal, from re- + velare to cover, veil, from velum veil

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Revealed

Frequently Asked Questions about Revealed

What does "Revealed" mean?

"Revealed" means to make (something secret or hidden) publicly or generally known. As an a verb and an adjective, it is defined as: to make (something secret or hidden) publicly or generally known. It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Revealed"?

Other words for "Revealed" include displayed, bald, bare, denuded, exposed, naked, open and peeled. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Revealed" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Revealed"?

There are 81 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Revealed". Common alternatives include displayed, bald, bare, denuded, exposed, naked, open, peeled, stripped and uncovered.

What is the opposite of "Revealed"?

Antonyms of "Revealed" include covered, mantled, overgrown, overrun, overspread, bearded, hairy and cloaked. Near antonyms include camouflaged, disguised, gilded and glossed (over).

How do you use "Revealed" in a sentence?

Examples of "Revealed" in a sentence: "at the end of the book, the detective reveals the identity of the mysterious stranger"; "a habitual smirk that reveals his contempt for other people".

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

"Revealed" can be used as a verb and an adjective, depending on the context.

Is "Revealed" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Revealed"?

"Revealed" is pronounced /ri-ˈvēl/ and divided into syllables as re·veal.