Synonyms for
Exposed
Definition
to uncover or reveal something that was hidden or secret
Synonyms & similar words
discover
peril
endanger
leton
disclose
expose
uncover
giveaway
cover
bringout
unwrap
break
divulge
open
exhibit
letout
uncovered
reveal
debunk
scupper
display
queer
uncovered
revealed
discovered
disclosed
unveiled
unwrapped
displayed
manifested
betrayed
unmasked
outted
bared
denuded
stripped
uncovered
unhidden
unconcealed
unobstructed
unsheltered
unprotected
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- exposed to danger
- exposed to risk
- exposed to the elements
- exposed to sunlight
- exposed to criticism
- exposed to the public
- exposed nerve
- exposed wiring
Word family
Usage note
Can refer to physical vulnerability or to making something known. Be mindful of the context to avoid ambiguity.
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Example sentences
- The sun exposed the flowers to the light.
- The thief was exposed by the security camera.
- The journalist exposed the corruption in the government.
- The teacher exposed the students to new ideas.
- The storm exposed the roots of the tree.
Quotes
I have exposed myself to art so that my work has something beyond just being a pot. - Beatrice Wood
The best way to destroy an enemy is to make him a friend. - Abraham Lincoln
The artist's job is to be a witness to his time in history. - Robert Rauschenberg