Synonyms of revelation

revelation

noun

ˌre-və-ˈlā-shən 

as in disclosure

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

the revelation of the movie star's secret marriage by the tabloids

a new biography of the former president that contains several shocking revelations

Synonyms & Similar Words

• disclosure
• exposure
• divulgence
• surprise
• confession
• bombshell
• acknowledgment
• admission
• kicker
• concession
• avowal
• kick

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• concealment
• cover-up

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of revelation

The revelation is notable because the DSA itself repeatedly referred to Ocasio-Cortez as a member during the years her membership had apparently lapsed. — Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 26 Aug. 2026

This is a healthy ranking for a player with only 34 career catches, but Becker was a revelation over the final two months of the 2025 season. — Dane Brugler, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026

One of the book’s more memorable revelations details a physical altercation with his brother that Harry claimed left him with cuts and bruises. — Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 25 Aug. 2026

The revelation was part of a motion filed in federal court just a few days before the service, as part of an ongoing conspiracy case against ICE protesters. — Meg Anderson, NPR, 25 Aug. 2026