expose
/ɪkˈspəʊz/ · /ɪkˈspoʊz/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #3393 in the learning path
使接触；使暴露于
Definitions
v. To put someone or something in contact with an influence
使接触；使暴露于
v. To reveal something hidden, especially wrongdoing
揭露；揭发
v. To uncover something previously hidden or protected
露出；使显露
Example
Don't expose your skin to strong sunlight without protection.
不要在没有防护的情况下让皮肤暴露在强烈阳光下。
Investigative journalism can expose unsafe working conditions and pressure companies to improve their treatment of employees.
调查报道能够揭露不安全的工作条件，并向企业施压，促使其改善员工待遇。
Collocations
- expose someone to risk
- expose corruption
- expose children to music
Word family
- exposure (n.)
- exposed (adj.)
Synonyms
- reveal
- uncover
Antonyms
- conceal
Usage tip
expose A to B表示使A接触B，B不一定有害。
FAQ
- What does expose mean?
- To put someone or something in contact with an influence To reveal something hidden, especially wrongdoing To uncover something previously hidden or protected
- How is expose pronounced?
- UK /ɪkˈspəʊz/, US /ɪkˈspoʊz/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
