Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
revelation
noun
/ˌrɛv.əˈleɪ.ʃən/

Definition
A surprising and previously unknown fact that has been disclosed to others.

Examples
- Her discovery was a profound revelation that changed the course of the study.
- The book provided a revelation about the author’s life that many fans were unaware of.
- During the meeting, he made a revelation that shocked everyone present.

Meaning
The act of revealing or making something known.

Synonyms
- disclosure
- announcement
- realization
- epiphany
- insight