揭露
To reveal or expose something hidden, often something illegal, dishonest, or scandalous.
Examples
3 of 5真相最终被揭露了。
The truth was finally revealed.
这部纪录片揭露了贫民窟的真实生活。
This documentary exposed the real life in the slums.
他揭露了那个秘密。
He revealed that secret.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Uncover (揭) and Show (露) - like taking the lid off a pot.
Quick Quiz
媒体致力于___社会中的不公正现象。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 揭露
Examples
真相最终被揭露了。
everydayThe truth was finally revealed.
这部纪录片揭露了贫民窟的真实生活。
formalThis documentary exposed the real life in the slums.
他揭露了那个秘密。
informalHe revealed that secret.
研究揭露了该现象背后的复杂原因。
academicThe research revealed the complex reasons behind the phenomenon.
审计结果揭露了公司的财务欺诈行为。
businessThe audit results exposed the company's financial fraud.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
无情揭露
relentlessly expose
被揭露
to be exposed
深度揭露
deeply reveal
Often Confused With
透露 is to leak or share information (neutral); 揭露 is to expose something bad or hidden (often negative).
Usage Notes
Common in IELTS Reading and Writing when discussing investigative journalism or social issues.
Common Mistakes
Avoid using it for simple 'showing'; it implies uncovering something significant or hidden.
Memory Tip
Uncover (揭) and Show (露) - like taking the lid off a pot.
Word Origin
From '揭' (to lift/take off) and '露' (to reveal/show).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
媒体致力于___社会中的不公正现象。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 揭露
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