revealing
Adjective
DefinitionThe term "revealing" describes something that makes previously hidden or unknown information, facts, or physical attributes visible or apparent. It implies a disclosure that provides significant insight, often surprising or impactful, into a situation, character, or truth. When applied to clothing, it refers to garments that show a considerable amount of the body. Essentially, it brings something concealed into plain view, whether metaphorically or literally, shedding light on what was previously obscure.
Example
"The detective found a revealing clue that drastically changed the direction of the investigation."
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Etymology & Word Origins
Derived from the verb 'reveal', which comes from Old French 'reveler' and ultimately from Latin 'revelare', meaning 'to unveil' or 'to uncover'.
Translations
Spanishrevelador
Frenchrévélateur
Germanaufschlussreich
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