expose
0 antonyms and opposites of expose, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To uncover or reveal something that was hidden, especially something wrong or shameful.
How to use expose
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French exposer, "to lay open, set forth", ultimately from Latin expōnō, "to set forth" or "put out".
Full origin of expose →Frequently asked questions
What does “expose” mean?
The word “expose” means to uncover or reveal something that was hidden, especially something wrong or shameful. In plain terms, to uncover something hidden, or to put someone at risk of something harmful.
How do you pronounce “expose”?
“Expose” is pronounced ihk-SPOHZ (/ɪkˈspoʊz/ in IPA).
How do you use “expose” in a sentence?
Here is “expose” used in a sentence: “The journalist's report exposed corruption at the highest level.”
What is another word for “expose”?
Words with a similar meaning to “expose” include bewray, undress, nake and reveal.
What part of speech is “expose”?
“Expose” is a verb.
Where does the word “expose” come from?
The word “expose” comes from Latin. From Old French exposer, "to lay open, set forth", ultimately from Latin expōnō, "to set forth" or "put out".
Is “expose” a common word?
“Expose” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “expose” have?
“Expose” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to uncover or reveal something that was hidden, especially something wrong or shameful.
What is the difference between expose and exposé?
Expose is a verb meaning to uncover something hidden or to put someone or something at risk. An exposé, with the accent, is a noun borrowed from French for a news report or piece of writing that reveals wrongdoing, as in "the paper published an exposé of the scandal."
What is the difference between expose and reveal?
Reveal is neutral: you can reveal a surprise, a plan, or a view. Expose usually implies bringing something discreditable into the open, such as exposing fraud or a cover-up, or removing protection, as in skin exposed to the sun.
Which preposition follows expose?
Expose takes "to" before the danger or influence involved: workers were exposed to asbestos, children are exposed to new languages. The pattern covers both harmful risks and simple contact with new experiences.