showing or exposing something previously hidden; giving insight
from Old French reveler, from Latin revelare (re- + velare to veil), meaning to unveil
To reveal something is literally to 'unveil' it - you're pulling back the veil that was hiding the truth underneath!
Historically, 'revealing' in describing women's clothing, bodies, or sexuality has been used to police women and assign moral judgment. The term carries embedded assumptions that exposure equals transgression or invitation, often applied asymmetrically to women.
When describing clothing or information, be context-specific and avoid gendered moral judgment. Use 'transparent,' 'visible,' or 'explicit' for information; 'fitted' or 'close-fitting' for clothing without implying impropriety.
["transparent","visible","explicit","exposing (of facts)"]
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