Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lay-bare
verb
/ˈleɪˌbɛər/
Definition
To reveal or expose something, often something that is hidden or private.
Examples
- After years of secrecy, the report finally laid bare the company’s unethical practices.
- The documentary lays bare the challenges faced by the community during the crisis.
- Her candid interview laid bare the struggles she faced in her personal life.
Meaning
To make something visible or known that was previously concealed, often referring to emotions, truths, or facts.
Synonyms
- reveal
- expose
- uncover
- disclose
- divulge
