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revelation
/ˌrɛv.əˈleɪ.ʃən/
[/ˌrɛv.əˈleɪ.ʃən/]
a surprising disclosure
Advancednoun
Definition
A revelation is a surprising and previously unknown fact made known, or the feeling of learning it. Speakers share revelations that reframe a topic.
Example
The study's findings were a revelation to scientists.
The study's findings were a revelation to scientists.
Etymology
From Latin 'revelare', meaning to unveil.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for a striking new truth or disclosure.