uncovered (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈkʌvərd/

Definition

Made visible or known by removing a covering or by discovery.

Examples

• The archaeologists uncovered ancient pottery shards.

• New evidence has uncovered a potential conspiracy.

• After the storm, the full extent of the damage was uncovered.

How to Use uncovered

uncovered by (prepositional phrase)

Made visible or known by someone or something. — "The truth was finally uncovered by the persistent detective."

uncovered during (prepositional phrase)

Made visible or known at a particular time or event. — "Several historical artifacts were uncovered during the construction project."

Synonyms of uncovered

Words with a similar meaning to uncovered:

• revealed
• exposed
• disclosed
• unveiled

Antonyms of uncovered

Words with the opposite meaning to uncovered:

• covered
• hidden
• concealed

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