Pronunciation

/unˈkʌvər/

Definitions

Noun

• Uncover: A verb meaning to reveal or expose something that was hidden, buried, or concealed. It can also refer to a discovery or revelation.
• noun: The act of revealing or exposing; discovery. For example: “The archaeologist uncovered an ancient artifact.”
• noun: Information or knowledge that has been revealed. For example: “The truth slowly began to uncover.”

Verb

• To uncover: To reveal, expose, or discover something through effort or investigation. For example: “The detective uncovered new evidence in the case.”
• Uncovering: The process of revealing or exposing something. For example: “The team is in the process of uncovering a secret underground tunnel.”

Adjective

• Uncovered: Not covered or protected; exposed. For example: “The garden had an uncovered area where plants grew freely.”

Phrases

• “Uncover a secret” implies revealing something that was previously unknown or hidden.
• “Uncover真相” (Discover the truth) is the Chinese equivalent.
• “Undercover work” refers to infiltrating a group or organization in secret.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “After weeks of excavation, they finally uncovered the remains of the old castle.”
• Verb: “The journalist worked tirelessly to uncover corruption within the government.”
• Adjective: “The sun uncovered the dew-covered grass in the early morning.”

Synonyms

• Reveal
• Expose
• Unveil
• Disclose
• Unearth
• Unmask

Antonyms

• Conceal
• Hide
• Cover
• Shield
• Protect