adjective
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unveiled
Unveiled (adjective) means not wearing or covered by a veil. Example: “She appeared unveiled at the ceremony, breaking with tradition.”
adjective
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Not wearing or covered by a veil.
"She appeared unveiled at the ceremony, breaking with tradition."
"In the old painting, the unveiled woman looks calmly straight at the viewer."
"The bride was unveiled during the photographs, and her hair was pinned up with flowers."
"Irrespective of the legitimacy of their reasons, given that Westerners feel more comfortable around unveiled Muslims, if some women decide not to veil, then they can more subtly further the case of liberal Islam."
— Chris Hallinan, Steven J. Jackson (2008)
How to use unveiled
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes a face or thing that has had its covering removed, or was never covered.
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Etymology
From un- plus veil plus -ed.
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What does “unveiled” mean?
The word “unveiled” means not wearing or covered by a veil. In plain terms, describes a face or thing that has had its covering removed, or was never covered.
How do you use “unveiled” in a sentence?
Here is “unveiled” used in a sentence: “She appeared unveiled at the ceremony, breaking with tradition.”
What part of speech is “unveiled”?
“Unveiled” is an adjective.
Is “unveiled” a common word?
“Unveiled” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between "unveiled" as a literal description and its figurative use?
Literally, "unveiled" describes something or someone not wearing or covered by a veil, such as a statue or a bride's face. Figuratively, the word is widely used to mean something newly revealed or made public, such as a company that unveiled a new product.
Can "unveiled" be used for announcements and product launches?
Yes, "unveiled" is very commonly used in news and business writing to describe the reveal of something previously hidden, such as a new design, plan, or statue. This figurative sense extends from the literal meaning of removing a veil.
Is "unveiled" formal or informal in tone?
"Unveiled" carries a slightly formal, ceremonial tone, often used in news reporting, official announcements, or descriptions of events like unveiling a monument. It suggests a deliberate, notable reveal rather than a casual disclosure.
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