“Revelation” can mean the act of revealing something hidden or something surprising that is discovered. In a religious context, it often means divine truth made known by God.

Simple meanings

  • General use: a sudden discovery or disclosure of something previously unknown.
  • Religious use: God making truth known to people.
  • Bible title: the Book of Revelation is the last book of the New Testament and is also called Apocalypse.

Example

  • “Finding out the secret was a revelation” means it was a surprising discovery.
  • “A divine revelation” means truth believed to come from God.

If you want, I can also explain the Book of Revelation in simple terms.