revelation
Translation
revelation, disclosure, exposé, epiphany
Examples
The book was a shocking revelation.
The book was a shocking revelation.
He experienced a divine revelation.
He experienced a divine revelation.
Grammar Patterns
a revelation ((about sth.)) a surprising fact about something The article contained revelations about the government.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disclosure, discovery, epiphany; Antonyms: concealment
Etymology
From Latin 'revelare' (to unveil), from 're-' (back) + 'velare' (to cover). It literally means 'to remove the veil'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'revealing' a secret. A revelation is the thing that has been revealed.