揭示
To make something known or visible that was previously secret or hidden, especially a truth or a pattern.
Examples
3 of 5这本自传揭示了他的童年秘密。
This autobiography revealed his childhood secrets.
报告揭示了贫富差距正在扩大的事实。
The report revealed the fact that the gap between rich and poor is widening.
他的一句话揭示了真相。
His one sentence revealed the truth.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Jie (uncover) + Shi (show).
Quick Quiz
科学家们希望通过这次任务___火星上是否有水的奥秘。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 揭示
Examples
这本自传揭示了他的童年秘密。
everydayThis autobiography revealed his childhood secrets.
报告揭示了贫富差距正在扩大的事实。
formalThe report revealed the fact that the gap between rich and poor is widening.
他的一句话揭示了真相。
informalHis one sentence revealed the truth.
这项研究揭示了气候变化对生态系统的长期影响。
academicThis study reveals the long-term effects of climate change on ecosystems.
市场调查揭示了新的消费趋势。
businessMarket research has revealed new consumer trends.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
揭示矛盾
to reveal a contradiction
揭示意义
to reveal the significance
揭示过程
to reveal the process
Often Confused With
揭露 is usually for negative things (crimes, scandals), while 揭示 is more neutral/academic (truths, laws).
Usage Notes
Often used in academic writing to discuss what research data shows.
Common Mistakes
Using '揭露' for scientific discoveries (use '揭示' instead).
Memory Tip
Jie (uncover) + Shi (show).
Word Origin
Jie (to lift off/uncover) and Shi (to indicate/show).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
科学家们希望通过这次任务___火星上是否有水的奥秘。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 揭示
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