Revealingly: meaning, definitions and examples
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revealingly
[rɪˈviː.lɪŋ.li ]
Definition
manner of speaking
In a way that reveals something, often more than was intended. It can describe a manner of expression or a display that divulges information about emotions, thoughts, or deeper meanings.
Synonyms
disclosingly, honestly, openly, uncoveringly.
Examples of usage
- She spoke revealingly about her past experiences.
- His revealingly honest remarks caught everyone by surprise.
- The painting was revealingly expressive of her feelings.
- The article discussed the subject revealingly, disclosing hidden truths.
- He looked at her revealingly, suggesting an unspoken connection.
Interesting Facts
Etymology
- The word comes from the root 'reveal', which means to make known or show something that was hidden.
- The suffix '-ly' is often added to adjectives to turn them into adverbs, indicating the manner of an action.
Literature
- In storytelling, characters often act revealingly, showing their true feelings and thoughts, which helps readers understand them better.
- Rhetorical questions in literature can be used revealingly, prompting readers to think deeper about the subject or themes.
Psychology
- Body language can be revealingly expressive, often conveying emotions more accurately than words.
- In therapy, people often talk revealingly about their thoughts and feelings to better understand their own experiences.
Pop Culture
- Celebrities often share revealingly personal stories in interviews, which can make them more relatable to fans.
- Reality TV shows are known for showing revealingly raw moments of people's lives, capturing authentic emotions.
Communication
- In conversations, someone might ask revealingly personal questions to encourage openness and honesty.
- Art can be presented revealingly, allowing viewers to interpret deeper meanings behind the visible elements.
Translations
Translations of the word "revealingly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 reveladoramente
🇮🇳 प्रकट रूप से
🇩🇪 offenbarend
🇮🇩 secara terbuka
🇺🇦 виявно
🇵🇱 odsłaniająco
🇯🇵 明らかに
🇫🇷 de manière révélatrice
🇪🇸 reveladoramente
🇹🇷 açıkça
🇰🇷 드러내는 방식으로
🇸🇦 بشكل يكشف
🇨🇿 odhalující
🇸🇰 odhalujúco
🇨🇳 揭示性地
🇸🇮 razkrito
🇮🇸 afhjúpunum
🇰🇿 ашық түрде
🇬🇪 გამჟღავნებით
🇦🇿 aşkar şəkildə
🇲🇽 reveladoramente
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #37,072, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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