"Uncover" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Uncover" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers

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"Uncover" Meaning

To reveal or make known something that was previously hidden or unknown.

"Uncover" Examples

5 Usage Examples of the Word "uncover"


1. Reveal hidden information

The journalist worked tirelessly to uncover the truth about the company's scandal, risking her career and personal safety.

2. Reveal a secret or surprise

When they finished decorating the room for their surprise party, they covered the birthday girl's eyes and slowly began to uncover the balloons and cake.

3. Explain or illustrate a concept

The math teacher spent several minutes explaining how to uncover the square root of a number and then providing examples for her students to follow along.

4. Remove a layer or disguise

The pastry chef took careful steps to uncover the bottom layer of the cake, so she could frost and decorate it evenly.

5. Discover something previously unknown or unseen

Archaeologists after years of excavation finally uncovered a new species of dinosaur, making headlines around the world.

"Uncover" Similar Words

Uncouple

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To separate or disconnect two or more things, especially after being connected or associated together.<br><br>Example: "They decided to uncouple their business interests and focus on different ventures."

Uncoupled

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Not attached or connected to something else; single or alone.

Uncoupling

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The act of separating or disconnecting something, particularly a relationship, bond, or connection.<br><br>Example: The breakup was an unceremonious uncoupling of the couple after five years together.<br><br>In a practical sense, uncoupling can also refer to the process of separating something, such as:<br><br> Disconnecting a mechanical or electrical system<br> Breaking the coupling in a chain or belt<br> Separating two things that are joined or connected<br><br>Idiomatic expressions:<br><br> "Uncoupled from reality" - no longer aware of or connected to reality<br> "Uncoupled from the problem" - no longer part of the solution or effort to solve it<br><br>Synonyms: separation, disconnection, detachment, decoupling.

Uncourteous

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The term "uncourteous" means lacking courtesy, mannerly, or polite behavior.

Uncouth

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Having or showing a lack of social polish or refinement; lacking in manners or culture.

Uncouthly

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In an unrefined or uncivilized manner. Lacking polite or social graces.

Uncouthness

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Lack of refinement or delicate sensibilities; unpleasantly coarse or unpolite behavior.

Uncovenanted

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Uncovered

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The word "uncovered" is a verb and an adjective. <br><br>As a verb, it means: to remove a covering or mask, exposing something that was previously hidden or concealed. For example: "The detective uncovered the secret after weeks of investigation."<br><br>As an adjective, it refers to something that has been removed from a covering or has been exposed, often in a surprising or unexpected way. For example: "The uncovered wires were a safety hazard in the old house."<br><br>In general, "uncovered" implies the lifting of a veil or mask that was hiding something from view.

Uncovering

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To reveal or make something become visible or known, often after it has been hidden or concealed. It can also involve exposing a truth, secret, or deception that was previously unknown or concealed.

Uncovers

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To expose or make something visible or known, often something that was previously hidden or secret.

Uncowed

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Meaning: Not cowing or intimidated; not fearful or submissive. Refers to someone who is bold and unafraid, often willing to take risks or challenge authority.

Uncreative

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Lacking in imagination or originality; uninspired or unoriginal. Typically resulting in dull, undistinguished products or ideas.

Uncritical

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Lacking a critical spirit or faculty; unwilling or unable to question or challenge opinions or actions; blind to flaws or defects, unaware of the potential consequences of one's words or actions.

Uncropped

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(adj.) Not edited or trimmed to show only the desired part, especially of a photograph. The entire image or object is visible, without any cropping to focus on a particular area.

Uncrossed

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Not separated by a diagonal line (usually referring to two lines (||) with a diagonal line crossing through).