Unfold

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈfoʊld/

Definitions of unfold

verb to open or spread out from a folded position

Example Sentences

A1 I unfold the map to see where we are.

A2 She slowly unfolds the letter, eager to read its contents.

B1 As the story unfolds, we learn more about the main character's past.

B2 The investigation unfolded over several months, revealing shocking details.

C1 The events of the novel unfold in a non-linear fashion, keeping readers on their toes.

C2 The political scandal unfolded in front of the public, causing widespread outrage.

Examples of unfold in a Sentence

formal The events of the meeting will unfold according to the agenda.

informal Let's wait and see how things unfold before making a decision.

slang I have a feeling this party is going to unfold into something epic.

figurative As time passes, the true meaning of his words will slowly unfold.

Grammatical Forms of unfold

• past tense: unfolded
• plural: unfolds
• comparative: more unfolded
• superlative: most unfolded
• present tense: unfold
• future tense: will unfold
• perfect tense: has unfolded
• continuous tense: is unfolding
• singular: unfolds
• positive degree: unfold
• infinitive: unfold
• gerund: unfolding
• participle: unfolded

Origin and Evolution of unfold

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'unfold' originated from Old English 'unfealdan', which was a combination of 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'fealdan' meaning 'to fold'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'unfold' has retained its basic meaning of 'to open or spread out something that is folded' but has also come to be used metaphorically to mean 'to reveal or make known something that was previously hidden or unknown'.