reveal

Definition of revealnext

Synonym Chooser

How does the verb reveal differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of reveal are betray, disclose, divulge, and tell. While all these words mean "to make known what has been or should be concealed," reveal may apply to supernatural or inspired revelation of truths beyond the range of ordinary human vision or reason.

divine will as revealed in sacred writings

When is betray a more appropriate choice than reveal?

The words betray and reveal are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, betray implies a divulging that represents a breach of faith or an involuntary or unconscious disclosure.

a blush that betrayed her embarrassment

When can disclose be used instead of reveal?

While in some cases nearly identical to reveal, disclose may imply a discovering but more often an imparting of information previously kept secret.

candidates must disclose their financial assets

When could divulge be used to replace reveal?

While the synonyms divulge and reveal are close in meaning, divulge implies a disclosure involving some impropriety or breach of confidence.

refused to divulge an anonymous source

In what contexts can tell take the place of reveal?

The synonyms tell and reveal are sometimes interchangeable, but tell implies an imparting of necessary or useful information.

told them what he had overheard

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of reveal The first two or so weeks of camp have revealed a handful of the new manager’s go-to lines. Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 21 Feb. 2026 Herro went on to play the next three games with the help of Toradol shots to ease the pain, but a subsequent MRI on his ribs revealed the severity of the injury. Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 21 Feb. 2026 But while speaking with Matthew McConaughey at Variety and CNN’s town hall event at the University of Texas at Austin, Chalamet revealed some new details that have inspired his portrayal of Paul Atreides in Denis Villeneuve’s sci-fi trilogy. Selome Hailu, Variety, 21 Feb. 2026 Duff also revealed on her Instagram Stories that new cities, including Franklin, Tennessee, and Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, have been added to the schedule. ABC News, 21 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reveal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reveal
Verb
  • The poster wrongly claimed the establishment failed to disclose the automatic fee beforehand.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
  • The pro will disclose any fees for the investigation phase.
    Dan Simms, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • On Wednesday in a season baseball opener, Sheffer showed his improved power at the plate, delivering two doubles, while also showing off his speed with an infield single and stolen base.
    Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2026
  • Emails also show Aidan's apparent close relationship with Terje Rød-Larsen, a high-profile Norwegian diplomat facing scrutiny over contacts with Epstein, along with his wife.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 19 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Mostly, Vitello saw Saturday as a day of learning, an opportunity to grow and discover more about his ballclub.
    Haley Smilow, Mercury News, 22 Feb. 2026
  • According to reports, the latest issue was discovered in the Interim Cryogenic Propulsion Stage (ICPS) of the rocket stack.
    Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 22 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • These boats have the vertical launch system (VLS), which could be used to fire new high-speed anti-ship missiles displayed at China’s Victory Day parade in Beijing last fall.
    Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
  • The report states that Jackson -- who is listed as a DoorDash driver in the report -- was identified as the driver and only occupant of a car involved in a road rage incident on Interstate 630 in which a gun was displayed and pointed at the driver of another vehicle.
    arkansasonline.com, arkansasonline.com, 17 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Anorthosite is rarely uncovered on Earth in isolation, usually existing as a mineral component of other rocks.
    Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 21 Feb. 2026
  • The challenge is uncovering the true need.
    Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 21 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • For instance, the current system demonstrates radio-frequency communication, but full spacecraft electronics involve many other components, including processors, memory systems, and power management units.
    Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 21 Feb. 2026
  • Currently, many states allow drivers to take their license tests in other languages even though they are required to demonstrate English proficiency.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 21 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Manuelito is worried that Chee will flip out if Leaphorn doesn't soon tell him his plans to exit the Navajo Tribal Police and put her in charge.
    Jordan Hoffman, Entertainment Weekly, 23 Feb. 2026
  • But a resort spokesperson told South Tahoe Now that one incident involved the death of a 33-year-old man while skiing on an intermediate trail, and another was a medical emergency involving a 58-year-old man.
    Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Its accounts of outsize personalities, judges’ infighting, culturally insensitive photo shoots, manipulative producing, network executives betraying producers who in turn betrayed talent—all of this comes standard with tales from the annals of the entertainment industry.
    Judy Berman, Time, 18 Feb. 2026
  • Perhaps the people who should resign are the representatives and senators at the state and national levels who have taken the same oath and betray it by turning a blind eye to the unconstitutional acts committed every day by a lawless regime.
    Letters to the Editor, Hartford Courant, 17 Feb. 2026

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“Reveal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reveal. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.

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