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Meaning
The word "disclose" means to make information known or to reveal something that was previously hidden or kept secret. It often involves sharing details or facts that were not widely known or were intended to be kept confidential.
Synonyms
- Reveal
- Uncover
- Expose
- Make known
- Divulge
- Tell
Antonyms
- Conceal
- Hide
- Cover up
- Suppress
- Withhold
Etymology
The word "disclose" comes from Middle English "disclosen," which is derived from the Old French "desclore," meaning "to unclothe" or "to uncover." It has roots in Latin "disclārare," where "dis-" means "apart" and "clārare" means "to make clear."
Examples
- The company decided to disclose its financial results to the public to maintain transparency.
- After much deliberation, she chose to disclose her secrets to her closest friends.
- The investigation revealed that officials had failed to disclose important information to the public.
- In order to comply with regulations, the organization must disclose any potential conflicts of interest.