Disclosed

/dɪsˈkloʊzd/

Meaning & Definition

verb
To make (something) known or revealed.
The company disclosed its financial results to the public.
To uncover or expose something that was hidden or secret.
The investigation disclosed several irregularities in the data.
To share information with someone, especially that which was previously kept private.
She disclosed her personal experiences during the therapy session.
To announce or publish information formally.
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

Let it out
He finally let it out about the surprise party.
Spill the beans
She spilled the beans about their engagement.