revelatory
/rɛvəˈleɪtəri/ · re·vel·a·to·ry
adjective
- Providing a revelation or disclosure, especially one that is surprising or enlightening The documentary was revelatory, exposing the dark secrets behind the company's success.
- Having the power to reveal or disclose a truth or fact The scientist's revelatory findings changed our understanding of the universe.
noun
- Something that reveals or discloses a truth or fact The leaked documents were a revelatory insight into the government's dealings.
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Did you know? The word 'revelatory' has been used by authors and poets throughout history to describe moments of profound insight or understanding, including in the works of William Wordsworth and T.S. Eliot. Its usage has also been noted in various fields, such as psychology and philosophy, to describe experiences that lead to a deeper understanding of oneself or the world.