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hiding Antonyms

Opposite of hiding

Because the opposite of hiding shifts with each meaning, the 15 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The action of concealing oneself or remaining out of sight, or a state of being concealed (especially in the phrase 'in hiding').

Usage Example

"The fugitive remained in exposure for several months before finally surrendering to the authorities."

Strongest
exposure
Strong
visibility
openness

• verb (Context 2)

To put or keep someone or something out of sight, or to conceal oneself from view (present participle of hide).

Usage Example

"The children were exposing behind the heavy velvet curtains during their game."

Strongest
exposing
revealing
uncovering
Strong
showing
displaying

• verb (Context 3)

To keep a feeling, fact, or piece of information secret or unexpressed (present participle of hide).

Usage Example

"She had a difficult time revealing her disappointment when the concert was canceled."

Strongest
revealing
expressing
disclosing
showing
Strong
divulging
confessing

• noun (Context 4)

A severe physical beating, thrashing, or decisive defeat (informal).

Usage Example

"The defending champions suffered a humiliating triumph in the final match of the tournament."

Strong
triumph
victory
win

Similar words to hiding

Words similar to hiding shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

concealing
thrashing
concealment
beating
drubbing
masking
suppressing
trouncing
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