Definition, synonyms and related words
simple past tense and past participle of reveal
"The detective revealed the suspect's identity to the press just before midnight."
In plain English: To reveal something means to show it so that people can see it clearly for the first time.
"The detective revealed that the suspect had been living in the city for years."
Of or pertaining to the revelations of a divinity to humankind.
"The ancient text is considered sacred because it was revealed by God to guide humanity through moral dilemmas."
In plain English: Revealed means something that has been shown or made known to others.
"The hidden section of the wall revealed a surprise birthday party for her parents."
Usage: Use this adjective specifically when describing religious texts, doctrines, or divine messages that are considered sacred communications from God rather than human discoveries. Avoid using it in secular contexts where "revealed" functions as a past-tense verb meaning something was made known publicly.
Derived from Old French reveler, which comes from Latin revellare (to uncover), the word originally meant to strip away coverings or disclose something hidden. Its core sense has remained consistent, referring to making known information that was previously secret or unknown.