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

Papazyan became a revelation for Glendale after several upperclassmen went down with injuries. — Ethan Hanson, Daily News, 13 Aug. 2026

This perception was central to the positive reputation that Jones built up among San Francisco’s political elite—an image that persisted even after revelations of misconduct began to surface. — James Kirchick, The Atlantic, 13 Aug. 2026

She’s matched beat for beat by Melanie Lynskey, no revelation but reliably affecting and emotionally generous as our heroine’s doting, ailing mother. — Guy Lodge, Variety, 12 Aug. 2026

The revelation came after the discovery process in Cansler’s case had closed. — Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 12 Aug. 2026