disclosure
Translation
disclosure, revelation, announcement
Examples
Full disclosure of the facts is required.
Full disclosure of the facts is required.
The report contained some shocking disclosures.
The report contained some shocking disclosures.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the act of making (sth.) known Full disclosure of the facts is required.
Similar Words
Synonyms: revelation, announcement, confession; Antonyms: concealment, secrecy
Etymology
From the prefix 'dis-' (apart) and 'closure' (a closing). It literally means an 'un-closing' or opening up of information.
Memory Tips
Think of 'dis-closing' a secret, meaning you are no longer keeping it closed. Imagine opening a closed file.