C1noun formal 5K

Disclosure

🇬🇧 UK /["/dɪsˈkləʊʒə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/dɪsˈkləʊʒər/"]/

Meaning of Disclosure

the act of making something known or public that was previously secret or private

In simple words: The act of making something public or known, especially information.

Disclosure in a sentence

• the newspaper’s disclosure of defence secrets
• The bank will need full disclosure of your financial situation and assets.
• The court ruled to prevent public disclosure of the contents of the documents.
• startling disclosures about his private life

How to use Disclosure

Often used in legal, financial, or official contexts. Not appropriate in casual conversations. Be careful when using it to imply revealing sensitive information.

Grammar pattern

disclosure + of object

Memory hint

Think of 'dis-close' — when you close something, you usually reveal or disclose it!

Related words

Collocations with Disclosure

• full disclosure
• financial disclosure
• disclosure agreement
• confidential disclosure
• public disclosure

Synonyms for Disclosure

• revelation

Opposites of Disclosure

• concealment
• suppression
• hiding

Common mistakes with Disclosure

• Confused with 'disclose' (verb) and 'disclosure' (noun).
• Omitting the necessary object after 'disclosure'.
• Using it in informal settings where simpler language is preferred.

Frequently asked questions about Disclosure

What does Disclosure mean?

The act of making something public or known, especially information.

What is the definition of Disclosure?

the act of making something known or public that was previously secret or private

How do you use Disclosure in a sentence?

the newspaper’s disclosure of defence secrets

Can you give another example of Disclosure?

The bank will need full disclosure of your financial situation and assets.

What are synonyms for Disclosure?

Common alternatives include revelation.

What is the opposite of Disclosure?

Opposite meanings include concealment, suppression, hiding.

What words go with Disclosure?

It commonly pairs with full disclosure, financial disclosure, disclosure agreement, confidential disclosure, public disclosure.

What are common mistakes when using Disclosure?

Confused with 'disclose' (verb) and 'disclosure' (noun). Omitting the necessary object after 'disclosure'. Using it in informal settings where simpler language is preferred.

How do you pronounce Disclosure?

US: /["/dɪsˈkləʊʒər/"]/, UK: /["/dɪsˈkləʊʒə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Disclosure formal or informal?

"Disclosure" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Disclosure?

Often used in legal, financial, or official contexts. Not appropriate in casual conversations. Be careful when using it to imply revealing sensitive information.

What CEFR level is Disclosure?

"Disclosure" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.