The making known of something that was previously secret or unknown
“The Prime Minister's revelation of a planned ban on public smoking has been welcomed by health watchdogs.”
The uncovering or exposure of something that was previously secret or unknown
“The high-profile case led to civil unrest and the eventual revelation of corruption within the city's government.”
A previously unknown fact that has been disclosed to others, usually surprising
“Many were surprised by the revelation that Isaac Newton was an apocalyptic thinker.”
Something unexpected
“It was quite a revelation to hear the mild and sweet Jessie speaking her mind.”
A mystical or divine sign or omen
“Mao interpreted it as a revelation calling upon him to print the Classics and the Histories.”
A spoken word, statement, or vocal sound
A newly occurring incident in a current state of affair
A clever or brilliant idea that arises suddenly
Something that has been learned through experience
A sudden upsetting or surprising event or experience
A prediction of what will happen in the future
A sign or piece of information that indicates something
A person or thing that has an uplifting influence on one's intellect, emotion or creativity
An unexpected turn of events, typically in a story
The removal of mystery or confusion surrounding a topic or idea
An experience of seeing someone or something in a dream or trance, or as a supernatural apparition
Something that is sensational or outstanding
Something which has been proven, or agreed upon, to be true
A written report or description of an event or experience
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