The revelation
Example: The revelation exposes previously unknown information
Definition
"The revelation" refers to the act or moment of revealing or disclosing previously unknown or hidden information, often causing surprise or significant insight. It typically involves bringing to light truths that were not known before, as in 'The revelation exposes previously unknown information.'
Etymology
The phrase "the revelation" comes from the Latin word 'revelatio,' meaning 'an unveiling or disclosure.' It entered English through Old French and has been used since the Middle Ages to describe the act of making something known that was once secret or hidden. Did you know? The word 'revelation' shares roots with 'reveal,' both meaning to uncover or bring to light.
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"The revelation" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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