Unfolding

/ʌnˈfoʊldɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the act of opening or spreading out, especially (used metaphorically) in the context of events or ideas.

The unfolding of events last night surprised everyone.

a gradual disclosure or revelation.

The unfolding of the mystery kept readers on the edge of their seats.

verb

the action of revealing or opening up something that was previously hidden or closed.

As the story unfolded, the true motives of the characters became clear.

the process of developing or progressing gradually.

The unfolding of the project was slow, but it revealed many important findings.

From the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'folding' from 'fold', meaning to bend or lay flat.

unfolding story

A narrative that is gradually revealed or developed.

unfolding events

Occurrences that are progressively revealed over time.

reveal

To make something known or visible.

develop

To grow or change into a more advanced state.

disclose

To make information known.