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View synonyms for unveil

unveil

[ uhn-veyl ]

verb (used with object)

  1. to remove a veil or other covering from; display; reveal:

    The woman unveiled herself.

  2. to reveal or disclose by or as if by removing a veil or covering:

    to unveil a monument; to unveil a secret; to unveil a truth.

    Synonyms: expose, broadcast, bare, divulge



verb (used without object)

  1. to become revealed by or as if by removing a veil.

unveil

/ ʌnˈveɪl /

verb

  1. tr to remove the cover or shroud from, esp in the ceremonial unveiling of a monument, etc
  2. to remove the veil from (one's own or another person's face)
  3. tr to make (something secret or concealed) known or public; divulge; reveal


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Word History and Origins

Origin of unveil1

First recorded in 1590–1600; un- 2 + veil

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Example Sentences

As the year winds to a close, film critics start to unveil their lists of the best films of the year.

But the man otherwise known as Peter Parker/Spider-Man is here at the Toronto Film Festival to unveil his latest film, 99 Homes.

Johnson indicated the school was in no hurry to unveil a new nickname or logo.

Kerry also said that at some point, he might unveil his own peace deal and tell both sides to “take it or leave it.”

But as the U.S. and EU prepare to unveil new sanctions against Russia, Putin has decided the interactions should stop.

He was evidently the missing witness who could unveil the whole mystery, and it would be difficult to escape from his conclusions.

He will see, that unforeseen circumstances may unveil the conduct, which he feels interested in concealing from others.

It was evident that she was not willing to unveil her whole mind; and yet Maxence felt himself terribly staggered.

Thus that I may know thee better, Judging from thy face thy crimes, I unveil thee.

So having given him a whisky-and-soda, I take him into a corner and unveil the plot.

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