disclosure
Disclosure (noun) means the act of revealing something previously secret, or the information revealed. Example: “The whistleblower's disclosure exposed years of fraud.”
How to use disclosure
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of revealing hidden information, or that information itself.
Word forms
disclosures plural
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The whistleblower's _____ exposed years of fraud.
Etymology
Formed from disclose plus the noun ending -ure, on the pattern of "closure."
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What does “disclosure” mean?
The word “disclosure” means the act of revealing something previously secret, or the information revealed. In plain terms, the act of revealing hidden information, or that information itself.
How do you pronounce “disclosure”?
“Disclosure” is pronounced dihs-KLOH-zhuh (/dɪsˈkloʊʒɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “disclosure” in a sentence?
Here is “disclosure” used in a sentence: “The whistleblower's disclosure exposed years of fraud.”
What is another word for “disclosure”?
Words with a similar meaning to “disclosure” include revelation.
What is the opposite of “disclosure”?
The opposite of “disclosure” — its antonyms — is closure.
What part of speech is “disclosure”?
“Disclosure” is a noun.
Is “disclosure” a common word?
“Disclosure” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between disclosure and revelation?
Both refer to making known something that was hidden. Disclosure is the more formal, often legal or official term for the act of revealing information — as in financial disclosure requirements — while revelation emphasises the surprising or dramatic nature of what comes out.
What is a disclosure in legal and financial contexts?
In law and finance, disclosure is the required act of making relevant information available — for example, documents exchanged before a trial or facts a company must reveal to investors. The word covers both the act of revealing and the information revealed.
What is the difference between a disclosure and a disclaimer?
A disclosure reveals information, such as declaring a sponsorship or a conflict of interest. A disclaimer denies or limits responsibility, such as stating that content is not professional advice. One shares facts; the other limits liability.
Example sentences
Real-world examples showing disclosure in context, drawn from published sources. Any opinions expressed are those of the original source and do not reflect the views of FreeDict.com.
US lawmakers must file share trades within 45 days, and the gap between the trade and the filing is where most of the scrutiny lands.