unveil

verb

un·​veil ˌən-ˈvāl 

unveiled; unveiling; unveils

transitive verb

1

: to remove a veil or covering from

2

: to make public : divulge, reveal

a good time to unveil their plans

intransitive verb

: to throw off a veil or protective cloak

Synonyms

• bare
• disclose
• discover
• divulge
• expose
• let on (about)
• reveal
• spill
• tell
• unbosom
• uncloak
• uncover
• unmask

Examples of unveil in a Sentence

The developer unveiled plans for a new housing complex.

The company will unveil its newest product today.

Recent Examples on the Web

Thailand has unveiled plans for its new content agency, Thailand Creative Culture Agency (THACCA), including a new international film festival, funding for local filmmakers and an exports push. —Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2024

Trump later unveils $399 gold sneakers and a $99 cologne. —Karissa Waddick, USA TODAY, 5 Nov. 2024

This summer, an all-new structure at 9 Mulberry Square was unveiled with 48 residences by Eric Parry Architects that range from one-bedroom units to mansion-sized penthouses. —Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024

Dom Pérignon has unveiled a limited edition Vintage 2015 collection inspired by the work of Jean-Michel Basquiat, marking a significant collaboration between the champagne house and the artist’s estate. —Rachel King, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

Kids Definition

unveil

verb

un·​veil ˌən-ˈvā(ə)l 

ˈən-

1

a

: to remove a veil or covering from

unveil a statue

b

: disclose, reveal

unveiled their plans

2

: to throw off a veil