revelator: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
LowFormal, literary, religious
Quick answer
What does “revelator” mean?
A person or thing that makes something known, especially by revealing divine truth.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
A person or thing that makes something known, especially by revealing divine truth.
Often used in religious or prophetic contexts to denote a revealer of hidden or profound information; can extend to any agent of disclosure in literature or discourse.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No substantial differences in meaning or usage.
Connotations
Both carry formal, often religious connotations associated with revelation.
Frequency
Equally uncommon in both British and American English.
Grammar
How to Use “revelator” in a Sentence
the revelator of [truth]as a revelator in [context]Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “revelator” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- The mystic would occasionally revelate his dreams to the community.
American English
- The reporter tried to revelate the scandal to the public.
adjective
British English
- His revelator insights transformed the philosophical debate.
American English
- The letter contained revelator details about the historical event.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Not applicable; rarely if ever used in business contexts.
Academic
Used in fields like theology, religious studies, or literary criticism.
Everyday
Extremely rare in everyday conversation.
Technical
Similar to academic usage, in contexts involving revelation or disclosure.
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “revelator”
- Misspelling as 'revelater'.
- Confusing 'revelator' with 'revelation' (the act or thing revealed).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is a rare and formal word, primarily used in religious or literary contexts.
No, 'revelator' is a noun; the standard verb is 'reveal'. The form 'revelate' is archaic and rarely used.
Both can reveal truths, but 'prophet' often implies divine inspiration and foretelling, while 'revelator' is more general but also frequently associated with divine revelation.
In American English, it is typically pronounced as /ˈrɛv.ə.leɪ.t̬ɚ/, with stress on the first syllable.
A person or thing that makes something known, especially by revealing divine truth.
Revelator is usually formal, literary, religious in register.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of 'reveal' + '-ator', similar to 'indicator' for one who indicates or reveals.
Conceptual Metaphor
A beacon that illuminates hidden truths.
Practice
Quiz
What is the primary meaning of 'revelator'?