B1 verb Neutral

揭露

[tɕjɛ˧˥ lu˥˩]

To reveal or expose something hidden, often something illegal, dishonest, or scandalous.

Examples

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1

真相最终被揭露了。

The truth was finally revealed.

2

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.

3

他揭露了那个秘密。

He revealed that secret.

Word Family

Noun
揭露
Verb
揭露
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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

1

真相最终被揭露了。

everyday

The truth was finally revealed.

2

这部纪录片揭露了贫民窟的真实生活。

formal

This documentary exposed the real life in the slums.

3

他揭露了那个秘密。

informal

He revealed that secret.

4

研究揭露了该现象背后的复杂原因。

academic

The research revealed the complex reasons behind the phenomenon.

5

审计结果揭露了公司的财务欺诈行为。

business

The audit results exposed the company's financial fraud.

Word Family

Noun
揭露
Verb
揭露

Common Collocations

揭露真相 to reveal the truth
揭露丑闻 to expose a scandal
揭露黑幕 to expose a shady deal
揭露阴谋 to expose a conspiracy
揭露矛盾 to reveal contradictions

Common Phrases

无情揭露

relentlessly expose

被揭露

to be exposed

深度揭露

deeply reveal

Often Confused With

揭露 vs 透露

透露 is to leak or share information (neutral); 揭露 is to expose something bad or hidden (often negative).

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Usage Notes

Common in IELTS Reading and Writing when discussing investigative journalism or social issues.

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Common Mistakes

Avoid using it for simple 'showing'; it implies uncovering something significant or hidden.

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Memory Tip

Uncover (揭) and Show (露) - like taking the lid off a pot.

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Word Origin

From '揭' (to lift/take off) and '露' (to reveal/show).

Grammar Patterns

揭露 + noun (truth/scandal)

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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