revealed
word · lemma: reveal
Definition
'Revealed' is the past form or past participle of 'reveal' and means that something was made known, shown, or uncovered, especially something hidden or secret.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in news, formal writing, and storytelling: 'The report revealed...', 'It was revealed that...'. Common collocations include 'revealed the truth', 'revealed details', and 'revealed his identity'. It sounds more formal than 'showed' and often suggests hidden information becoming known.
Example Sentences
The test revealed a small problem.
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She revealed her name at the end.
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The photo revealed the damage clearly.
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The interview revealed a side of him we hadn't seen before.
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Later, it was revealed that the email was fake.
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The new documents revealed how the deal really happened.
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