The difference between Conceal and Discover
When used as verbs, conceal means to hide something from view or from public knowledge, to try to keep something secret, whereas discover means to find or learn something for the first time.
check bellow for the other definitions of Conceal and Discover
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Conceal as a verb (transitive):
To hide something from view or from public knowledge, to try to keep something secret.
Examples:
"He tried to conceal the truth about his [[health]]."
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Discover as a verb:
To find or learn something for the first time.
Examples:
"Turning the corner, I discovered a lovely little shop. I discovered that they sold widgets."
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Discover as a verb (transitive, obsolete):
To remove the cover from; to uncover (a head, building etc.).
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Discover as a verb (transitive, now, rare):
To expose, uncover.
Examples:
"The gust of wind discovered a bone in the sand."
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Discover as a verb (transitive, chess):
To create by moving a piece out of another piece's line of attack.
Examples:
"This move discovers an attack on a vital pawn."
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Discover as a verb (transitive, archaic):
To reveal (information); to divulge, make known.
Examples:
"I discovered my plans to the rest of the team."
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Discover as a verb (transitive, obsolete):
To reconnoitre, explore (an area).
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Discover as a verb (obsolete):
To manifest without design; to show; to exhibit.