Preisgeben Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Preisgeben" is used as verb with the meaning of "reveal", "disclose" or "expose".

Essential properties of "preisgeben"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: preisgeben
Simple past: gab preis
Participle: preisgegeben

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "preisgeben" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To reveal/expose"

Definition: "To reveal or expose something that was hidden or protected."
Translation(s): reveal, disclose, expose, give away
Synonym(s): enthüllen, verraten, offenbaren
Antonym(s): verbergen, schützen, bewahren
Related word(s): Preisgabe, preisgegeben

📝 Some usage examples:

Er wollte das Geheimnis nicht preisgeben.He didn't want to reveal the secret.
Sie musste ihre Pläne preisgeben.She had to reveal her plans.
Er hat seine Gefühle nie preisgegeben.He never revealed his feelings.

2.) "To abandon/leave to fate"

Definition: "To abandon or leave something or someone to their fate."
Translation(s): abandon, forsake, surrender, give up
Synonym(s): aufgeben, verlassen, im Stich lassen
Antonym(s): behalten, unterstützen, beschützen
Related word(s): Preisgabe, preisgegeben

📝 Some usage examples:

Er wollte seine Freunde nicht preisgeben.He didn't want to abandon his friends.
Die Stadt wurde den Feinden preisgegeben.The city was surrendered to the enemies.
Sie hat ihre Prinzipien nie preisgegeben.She never abandoned her principles.

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