Uncover

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈkʌvər/

Definitions of uncover

verb to reveal or make known something that was previously hidden or secret

Example Sentences

A1 The detective uncovered the hidden treasure.

A2 She uncovered the truth about her friend's betrayal.

B1 The journalist uncovered a scandal involving government officials.

B2 The archaeologist uncovered ancient artifacts buried beneath the ruins.

C1 The researcher uncovered new evidence that could change the course of the investigation.

C2 The whistleblower uncovered corruption at the highest levels of the company.

Examples of uncover in a Sentence

formal The detective was able to uncover new evidence in the case.

informal I can't wait to uncover the surprise party plans for my birthday!

slang Let's go explore the abandoned building and see what we can uncover.

figurative Through therapy, she was able to uncover deep-seated emotions that were holding her back.

Grammatical Forms of uncover

• past tense: uncovered
• plural: uncovers
• comparative: more uncover
• superlative: most uncover
• present tense: uncovers
• future tense: will uncover
• perfect tense: has uncovered
• continuous tense: is uncovering
• singular: uncovers
• positive degree: uncover
• infinitive: uncover
• gerund: uncovering
• participle: uncovered

Origin and Evolution of uncover

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'uncover' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' or 'opposite of' and the verb 'cover' meaning 'to place something over or upon'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'uncover' has retained its original meaning of removing a covering or revealing something hidden, but it has also evolved to be used in a metaphorical sense to describe the act of exposing truths or secrets.