Meaning & Definition of word "Disclosed"
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Disclosed
/dɪsˈkloʊzd/
verb:
- 1. To make (something) known or revealed.
- Example: The company disclosed its financial results to the public.
- 2. To uncover or expose something that was hidden or secret.
- Example: The investigation disclosed several irregularities in the data.
- 3. To share information with someone, especially that which was previously kept private.
- Example: She disclosed her personal experiences during the therapy session.
- 4. To announce or publish information formally.
- Example: The government disclosed new policies regarding environmental protection.
Etymology
From Middle English, derived from Old French 'desclore' meaning 'to unclose, reveal', from Latin 'discludere' meaning 'to shut apart'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
disclose information:
to reveal specific details or data.
disclosed to the public:
made available or known to the general public.
not disclosed:
information that has not been revealed.
disclose one's identity:
to reveal who one is.
Related Words
reveal:
to make known to others something that was hidden.
divulge:
to disclose or reveal something private or secret.
expose:
to make something visible or known that was concealed.
Slang Meanings of disclosed
Meaning: Let it out
Example Sentence: He finally let it out about the surprise party.
Meaning: Spill the beans
Example Sentence: She spilled the beans about their engagement.