revelation

//ˌrɛvəˈleɪʃən//
C1Frequency Level 8Formal
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Noun

revelationSingular
revelationsPlural
1

A surprising and previously unknown fact or piece of information that has been disclosed or made known.

The book contains shocking revelations about the politician's past.

2

The divine or supernatural disclosure of truth or knowledge to humans, especially through religious or spiritual means.

Many prophets claimed to receive divine revelation directly from God.

3

A striking or remarkable experience that provides new insight or understanding about something.

Traveling abroad was a revelation that changed how I see the world.