Expose: meaning, definitions and examples
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expose
[ ɪkˈspəʊz ]
in a negative way
To make something visible by uncovering it or allowing it to be seen. To reveal the true nature of something, especially when it is negative or harmful. To make something known or public, especially something that was previously hidden or secret.
Synonyms
disclose, reveal, uncover, unmask, unveil
Examples of usage
- He was exposed as a fraud by the investigative journalist.
- The scandal exposed the corruption within the government.
- The documentary aims to expose the harsh realities of life in the city.
in a positive way
To introduce someone to something new, usually in a positive or beneficial manner. To make someone familiar with something they were previously unaware of. To bring something to public attention, often in a positive light.
Synonyms
acquaint, educate, familiarize, introduce
Examples of usage
- The workshop exposed the students to new ideas and concepts.
- The program aims to expose young people to different cultures and perspectives.
Translations
Translations of the word "expose" in other languages:
🇵🇹 expor
- revelar
- expor à luz
🇮🇳 प्रकट करना
- उजागर करना
- सामने लाना
🇩🇪 aussetzen
- enthüllen
- bloßstellen
🇮🇩 mengekspos
- mengungkapkan
- memaparkan
🇺🇦 викривати
- розкривати
- піддавати
🇵🇱 ujawnić
- wystawiać na działanie
- odsłonić
🇯🇵 さらす
- 明らかにする
- 公開する
🇫🇷 exposer
- révéler
- dévoiler
🇪🇸 exponer
- revelar
- mostrar
🇹🇷 maruz bırakmak
- açığa çıkarmak
- ortaya koymak
🇰🇷 노출시키다
- 드러내다
- 폭로하다
🇸🇦 يكشف
- يعرض
- يفضح
🇨🇿 vystavit
- odhalit
- ukázat
🇸🇰 vystaviť
- odhaliť
- ukázať
🇨🇳 暴露
- 揭示
- 展示
🇸🇮 razkriti
- izpostaviti
- pokazati
🇮🇸 afhjúpa
- bera fram
- koma í ljós
🇰🇿 әшкерелеу
- ашу
- көрсету
🇬🇪 გამოვლენა
- გამჟღავნება
- გამოფენა
🇦🇿 aşkar etmək
- ifşa etmək
- göstərmək
🇲🇽 exponer
- revelar
- mostrar
Word origin
The word 'expose' originated from the Latin word 'exponere', which means 'to set forth'. Over time, the meaning of 'expose' evolved to include the idea of revealing something hidden or making something known. The word has been used in various contexts, from exposing truths to exposing vulnerabilities. It has become a common term in journalism, investigative work, and everyday conversation.
See also: depose, dispose, impose, pose, poser, posing, repose, transpose, unposed.
Word Frequency Rank
At #6,850 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.
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