unveiling
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ʌnˈveɪlɪŋ/
KK: /ʌnˈveɪlɪŋ/
noun
Definition
A ceremony where something is shown to the public for the first time.
Example
The unveiling of the new statue attracted a large crowd.
Conversation
Did you hear about the unveiling of the new art exhibit this weekend?
Yeah, I can't wait to see what they have planned!
I think it’ll be interesting to see the artists' new works at the unveiling.
Absolutely! I love attending those events; they always have a great atmosphere.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
reveal
disclosure
presentation
Antonyms
concealment
hiding
suppression
verb
Definition
To reveal or make something known that was previously hidden or secret.
Example
The artist is unveiling her new sculpture at the gallery tonight.
Tense Forms
Past: unveiled
Past Participle: unveiled
Conversation
Did you hear about the museum's new exhibition unveiling this weekend?
Yes, I can't wait to see what they have on display!
I think they're unveiling some rare artifacts from ancient Egypt.
Root Explanation
Unveiling → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not or opposite of) and "veiling" (from the root "veil" which comes from Old French *veil*, meaning to cover or conceal). The word "unveiling" means the act of removing a cover or revealing something that was previously concealed.
Memory Tip
Think of 'removing a cover' — 'un-' means not or opposite, and 'veil' means to cover. This helps you remember that unveiling is about revealing what was hidden.
Visually Confused Words
veiling
unraveling
unavailing
unoiling
unailing
untraveling
unrevealing
unravelling