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deliberately-revealed

|de-lib-er-ate-ly-re-vealed|

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/dɪˈlɪbərətli rɪˈviːld/

(deliberately-reveal)

intentional disclosure

Base FormVerb
deliberately-revealreveal
Etymology
Etymology Information

'deliberately' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'deliberatus,' where 'de-' meant 'down' and 'liberare' meant 'to weigh.' 'Reveal' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'revelare,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'velare' meant 'to cover.'

Historical Evolution

'deliberatus' transformed into the French word 'deliberer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'deliberate.' 'Revelare' transformed into the French word 'reveler,' and eventually became the modern English word 'reveal.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'deliberate' meant 'to weigh or consider carefully,' and 'reveal' meant 'to uncover or disclose.' These meanings have largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

intentionally made known or disclosed.

The secret was deliberately-revealed to the public.

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Last updated: 2025/05/31 12:50