expose ignorance

Frequency: 6.96.5 per million words

To reveal someone's lack of knowledge, often to their embarrassment.

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Examples (10)

  • His question seemed designed to expose my ignorance on the subject.
  • The debate only served to expose the politicians' ignorance of economic issues.
  • She was careful not to expose her ignorance during the meeting.
  • Public discussions can often expose widespread ignorance about scientific facts.
  • The teacher hoped the assignment would expose any remaining ignorance in the students' understanding.
  • He feared that asking too many questions would expose his ignorance.
  • The documentary aimed to expose the ignorance surrounding mental health.
  • It's unwise to speak confidently when you might expose your own ignorance.
  • The internet has a way of quickly exposing ignorance on various topics.
  • Critics sought to expose the leader's ignorance of the local customs.