transpire Synonyms

transpire Meaning

Wordnet

transpire (v)

pass through the tissue or substance or its pores or interstices, as of gas

exude water vapor

come to light; become known

come about, happen, or occur

give off (water) through the skin

Webster

transpire (v. i.)

To pass off in the form of vapor or insensible perspiration; to exhale.

To evaporate from living cells.

To escape from secrecy; to become public; as, the proceedings of the council soon transpired.

To happen or come to pass; to occur.

Webster

transpire (v. t.)

To excrete through the skin; to give off in the form of vapor; to exhale; to perspire.

To evaporate (moisture) from living cells.

transpire Sentence Examples

  1. The details of the meeting transpired behind closed doors, leaving the public in the dark.
  2. The circumstances transpired in such a way as to suggest foul play.
  3. The truth transpired slowly over time, revealing a web of deception.
  4. Despite the rumors, the events that transpired that night remain shrouded in mystery.
  5. The investigation is ongoing, and we hope to see the truth transpire.
  6. The incident transpired without warning, leaving everyone shaken.
  7. The aftermath of the tragedy transpired over many years, leaving an enduring legacy of pain.
  8. The outcome of the election transpired according to the polls, but it was still a surprise to many.
  9. The story transpired over several decades, following the lives of several generations.
  10. The events that transpired in the past will forever shape the future.

FAQs About the word transpire

pass through the tissue or substance or its pores or interstices, as of gas, exude water vapor, come to light; become known, come about, happen, or occur, give

happen, occur, do, pass, come down,be, cook, come, come about, befall

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The details of the meeting transpired behind closed doors, leaving the public in the dark.

The circumstances transpired in such a way as to suggest foul play.

The truth transpired slowly over time, revealing a web of deception.

Despite the rumors, the events that transpired that night remain shrouded in mystery.