avdekket

Avdekket is a Norwegian word formed as the past participle of the verb avdekke, meaning to reveal, uncover, or disclose something that was hidden or unknown. It can function as an adjective describing something that has been exposed, or as part of a verb phrase in perfect tenses (for example har avdekket, hadde avdekket).

Etymology and form: The word combines the prefix av- (indicating removal or reversal) with dekke (to cover). As a result avdekke means to uncover or reveal, and avdekket denotes that the uncovering has taken place. In attributive use, it can modify nouns, as in en avdekket hemmelighet (a revealed secret) or avdekket sannhet (the revealed truth).

Usage and context: Avdekket is common in journalism, research, and investigations to describe information or facts that have been exposed through inquiry. For example: Undersøkelsen avdekket flere uoppklarte forhold. It can also describe physical uncovering in contexts where coverings are removed, exposing something beneath. The term is typically neutral and tends toward factual reporting, rather than judgmental tone. Related terms include avdekke (to uncover), avsløre (to reveal or disclose), and avsløring (disclosure or revelation).