Pronunciation

/dɪˈskloʊz/

Definitions

Noun

A disclosure or revelation of information, secrets, or facts, often by authority or obligation. Example: “The witness was required to disclose any relevant details about the case.”

Verb

1. To reveal or make known (information, secrets, or facts) intentionally or unintentionally. Example: “The CEO disclosed the company’s financial results during the annual meeting.”
2. To expose or uncover (something hidden or confidential). Example: “The hacker disclosed a major security breach in the system.”

Adjective

Characterizing or involving the act of disclosing. Example: “A non-disclosure agreement prevents employees from disclosing trade secrets.”

Phrases

• “Make a disclosure” means to reveal information officially.
• “Disclose sensitive information” alerts someone to keep something private.
• “Disclose personal details” means to share personal information with others.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The whistleblower disclosed the corruption within the organization.”
• Verb: “After years of secrecy, he finally disclosed the location of the treasure.”
• Adjective: “The policy encourages open and honest disclosure of errors.”

Synonyms

• Reveal
• Uncover
• Expose
• Reveal secrets
• Disclose information
• Lay bare
• Open up
• Confide

Antonyms

• Conceal
• Hide
• Withhold
• Keep secret
• Shelter
• Protect