revelation
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Definition
A revelation is a surprising or important piece of information that is made known, often changing the way someone thinks about something. It can also mean something revealed by a higher power or through spiritual insight.
Usage & Nuances
'Revelation' is often used in formal, literary, or religious contexts. In common language, it refers to a shocking discovery. In religious or spiritual settings, it refers to divine messages or truths. Not to be confused with 'revolution' (a dramatic change in system/society). Common phrases: 'come as a revelation', 'divine revelation'.
Example Sentences
Her sudden revelation changed their friendship forever.
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He wrote about his spiritual revelation in his diary.
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That ending was a total revelation—I never saw it coming!
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Sometimes, the smallest detail can lead to a huge revelation.
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It came as a revelation to discover they were related after all these years.
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The truth was a big revelation to everyone in the room.
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