Exposing: meaning, definitions and examples

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exposing

[ ɪkˈspəʊzɪŋ ]

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influence

To make something visible, typically by uncovering it or revealing it to others.

Synonyms

disclose, reveal, uncover

Examples of usage

The journalist was responsible for exposing the corruption within the government.
The documentary film aims to expose the truth behind the scandal.

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photography

To subject (a photographic film) to light, especially when producing a photograph.

Synonyms

develop, process, shoot

Examples of usage

He exposed the film to the light for too long, resulting in overexposed pictures.
The photographer carefully exposed the film to capture the perfect shot.

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vulnerability

The state of being exposed to harm or danger.

Synonyms

exposure, risk, vulnerability

Examples of usage

The data breach left the company's sensitive information exposed to cyber attacks.
Living in a war zone puts civilians at risk of exposure to danger.

Translations

Translations of the word "exposing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 expondo

🇮🇳 प्रकट करना

🇩🇪 aussetzen

🇮🇩 mengungkapkan

🇺🇦 викриття

🇵🇱 narażenie

🇯🇵 さらす

🇫🇷 exposer

🇪🇸 exponer

🇹🇷 maruz bırakma

🇰🇷 노출

🇸🇦 تعريض

🇨🇿 vystavení

🇸🇰 vystavenie

🇨🇳 暴露

🇸🇮 izpostavljanje

🇮🇸 afhjúpun

🇰🇿 әшкерелеу

🇬🇪 გამოჩენა

🇦🇿 məruz qalma

🇲🇽 exponer

Word origin

The word 'exposing' originates from the Latin word 'exponere', meaning 'to set forth'. Over time, it evolved to convey the act of revealing or making something visible. The concept of exposure, whether in the context of photography or vulnerability, has been a fundamental aspect of human communication and understanding.

See also: exposable, exposed, expository, exposure, exposures.