uncover
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ʌnˈkʌɹ/
KK: /ʌnˈkʌr/
intransitive verb
Definition
To remove something that is covering or hiding something else, often revealing what is underneath.
Example
She decided to uncover the truth about the situation.
Tense Forms
Past: uncovered
Past Participle: uncovered
Conversation
Hey, did you see what happened when they uncover the statue in the park?
No, I missed it! What was it like?
It was so cool to see everyone gather around as they uncover it.
That sounds amazing! I wish I had been there to watch.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
reveal
disclose
expose
Antonyms
conceal
hide
cover
transitive verb
Definition
To remove something that covers or hides something else, making it visible or known.
Example
The detective worked hard to uncover the truth behind the mystery.
Tense Forms
Past: uncovered
Past Participle: uncovered
Conversation
Did you hear about the new documentary that might uncover the truth behind that famous mystery?
No, I haven't! That sounds really interesting.
Yeah, they say it could uncover some details we never knew before.
Root Explanation
Uncover → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not or opposite) and "cover" (from Old French *couvrir*, meaning to cover). The word "uncover" means to remove a cover or to reveal something that was hidden.
Memory Tip
Think of 'not covering' something — 'un-' means not, and 'cover' means to conceal. This helps you remember that 'uncover' means to reveal or expose.
Visually Confused Words
upcover
unovert
runover
cover
undercover
uncloven
unclever
turnover