unveil
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ʌnˈveɪl/
KK: /ʌnˈveɪl/
intransitive verb
Definition
To make something known or visible that was previously hidden or secret.
Example
The artist will unveil her new sculpture at the gallery opening.
Tense Forms
Past: unveiled
Past Participle: unveiled
Conversation
I can't wait for the big event this weekend.
Me too! I heard they will unveil something special.
Yeah, I wonder what it could be.
I hope it's something that really surprises us!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
reveal
disclose
expose
Antonyms
conceal
hide
mask
transitive verb
Definition
To make something known or visible that was previously hidden or secret.
Example
The artist will unveil her new sculpture at the gallery opening.
Tense Forms
Past: unveiled
Past Participle: unveiled
Conversation
Did you hear they are going to unveil the new art exhibit this weekend?
No way! I’ve been waiting for that for months.
I hope they unveil some really interesting pieces.
Root Explanation
Unveil → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not or opposite) and "veil" (from Old French *veil*, meaning to cover or conceal). The word "unveil" means to remove a cover or concealment, revealing what was hidden.
Memory Tip
Think of 'removing a cover' ('un-') to show what was hidden ('veil'). This helps you remember that 'unveil' means to reveal something.
Visually Confused Words
unevil
inveil
enveil
veil
neil