Divulgence (Noun)
Meaning
The act of disclosing something that was secret or private.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The CEO's divulgence of the company's financial struggles to the press shocked investors.
- Her divulgence of her secret to her best friend brought a mix of relief and concern.
- The divulgence of classified information to unauthorized parties was considered a serious breach of security.
- The doctor's divulgence of the patient's confidential medical history to her family members raised questions about medical ethics.
- The government's sudden divulgence of its covert operation's existence was met with public outcry.