Divulgence: meaning, definitions and examples

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divulgence

 

[ dษชหˆvสŒldส’ษ™ns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

personal information

The act of revealing private or confidential information.

Synonyms

disclosure, exposure, revealing, unveiling.

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Word Description / Examples
divulgence

This appears to be a repetition. Kindly refer to the first definition provided for 'divulgence'.

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disclosure

Commonly used in legal, financial, or professional contexts to refer to the act of revealing important or required information.

  • The company made a full disclosure of its financial status to the shareholders
exposure

Often used when discussing revealing something that was hidden, especially when referring to scandals, secrets, or vulnerabilities, usually with negative connotations.

  • The journalist's investigation led to the exposure of the corrupt politician
unveiling

Typically used in positive or neutral contexts to describe the act of making something newly created or discovered known to the public.

  • The unveiling of the new art exhibit attracted a large crowd
revealing

Used broadly in both casual and formal settings to indicate the act of making something previously unknown publicly known.

  • Her speech was very revealing about her true feelings on the matter

Examples of usage

  • He regretted the divulgence of his secret to the press.
  • She was shocked by the divulgence of her medical records.
  • The divulgence of company secrets led to a lawsuit.
  • The divulgence of personal details can have serious consequences.
  • The journalist faced criticism for the divulgence of classified information.
Context #2 | Noun

spiritual context

The act of making known something previously unknown or secret, especially in a religious or mystical sense.

Synonyms

disclosure, manifestation, revelation, unveiling.

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divulgence

Best suited for formal contexts where secret or confidential information is being made public. Often used in legal or official settings.

  • The lawyer's divulgence of the client's private documents was deemed unethical.
  • The divulgence of trade secrets can lead to severe consequences for the company.
revelation

Used in both formal and informal settings to denote the uncovering of something surprising or previously unknown. Often carries a dramatic or impactful connotation.

  • The revelation of his true identity shocked everyone at the party.
  • Her book contains a revelation about her childhood that she had never shared before.
unveiling

Used to describe the act of revealing something that has been hidden, often in a ceremonial or public way. Commonly used with artistic, public, or commemorative contexts.

  • The unveiling of the new statue was attended by the entire community.
  • The company organized an event for the unveiling of their latest product.
manifestation

Used to describe the display or demonstration of an abstract idea, quality, or feeling. Commonly used in philosophical or psychological discussions.

  • The artist's work is a manifestation of his inner turmoil.
  • Her constant fatigue is a physical manifestation of her stress.
disclosure

Used in both formal and informal settings to talk about the act of making new or secret information known. Commonly used in legal, financial, and business contexts.

  • Full disclosure of financial records is required by law.
  • She made a shocking disclosure about her past during the interview.

Examples of usage

  • The guru's divulgence of the ancient teachings amazed his followers.
  • The divulgence of the prophecy brought hope to the people.
  • Through meditation, she experienced a divulgence of spiritual truths.
  • The divulgence of the sacred text was a momentous event.
  • His divulgence of the divine message inspired many.

Translations

Translations of the word "divulgence" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น divulgaรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเค•เคŸเฅ€เค•เคฐเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Offenlegung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pengungkapan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะพะทะณะพะปะพัˆะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ujawnienie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้–‹็คบ (ใ‹ใ„ใ˜)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท divulgation

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ divulgaciรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ifลŸa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํญ๋กœ (poklo)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅูุดุงุก (ifsha')

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ odhalenรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ odhalenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้€้œฒ (tรฒulรน)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ razkritje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ opinberun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐัˆัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ›แƒŸแƒฆแƒแƒ•แƒœแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ifลŸa

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ divulgaciรณn

Etymology

The word 'divulgence' originated from the Latin word 'divulgare', which means 'to publish abroad'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 17th century. Over time, 'divulgence' has come to represent the act of revealing or making known something that was previously hidden or secret. The concept of divulging information has been present in various cultures and traditions, often associated with the idea of uncovering truths or sharing knowledge. In modern usage, 'divulgence' is commonly used in contexts related to privacy, secrecy, spirituality, and disclosure.

See also: divulge.