expose — to reveal or uncover something hidden; to make known publicly
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to reveal or uncover something hidden; to make known publicly
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪkˈspoʊz/
Example Sentences
- The superhero's secret identity was exposed when his mask fell off during a sneeze.
- My mom exposed my childhood photos to my girlfriend - now I'm totally embarrassed!
- The documentary exposed the harsh working conditions in factories.
expose
VERB[/ɪkˈspoʊz/]
to reveal or uncover something hidden; to make known publicly
She exposed the truth — and the room could never go back to what it was before.
Strike the POSE — and the EX will expose what was always hiding underneath. (EX + POSE → Everyone's EX had a POSE — a carefully constructed version of themselves)
Expose what they disclose — until the truth overthrows.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'exposer', combining the prefix 'ex-' (out) with 'poser' (to place or put). The word entered English in the 15th century and was influenced by Latin 'exponere' (to set forth).
Breakdown
ex- (out, from) + pose (to place, put) + -ure (noun suffix) = expose (to place out, reveal)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
“The whistleblower exposed corruption in the company.”
“Smoking exposes you to serious health risks.”
“The investigation exposed the truth behind the accident.”
“She exposed herself to new ideas by traveling.”
“The crisis exposed weaknesses in the system.”
📝Examples
“The superhero's secret identity was exposed when his mask fell off during a sneeze.”
“My mom exposed my childhood photos to my girlfriend - now I'm totally embarrassed!”
“The documentary exposed the harsh working conditions in factories.”
“Children should be exposed to music from an early age.”
“The politician's lies were exposed during the live debate.”
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