Reveal Definition & Meaning

reveal
verb
  1. make visible; "Summer brings out bright clothes"; "He brings out the best in her"
  2. make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret; "The auction house would not disclose the price at which the van Gogh had sold"; "The actress won't reveal how old she is"; "bring out the truth"; "he broke the news to her"; "unwrap the evidence in the murder case"
  3. disclose directly or through prophets; "God rarely reveal his plans for Mankind"

"Reveal" in song lyrics

See how reveal is used in real songs:

  • "The centre of my heart needs to reveal"
    Bias B f/ Muph — Changin'
  • "You can't deny the evidence, I'm about to reveal"
    Capital-X — Criminals of War
  • "The hottest Hot Boy baby, time reveal"
    Cash Money Millionaires — Undisputed

Usage tips for "reveal"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "reveal" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for reveal to find words that pair well.

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