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Meaning of disguises
The primary meaning of the word "disguises" refers to the act of changing one's appearance or identity to conceal or deceive.
Etymology of disguises
The word "disguise" originated from the Old French word "desguiser," which means "to disguise" or "to dress differently."
It is derived from the prefix "des-" (meaning "opposite of" or "removal of") and the verb "guiser" (meaning "to dress" or "to attire").
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of changing one's appearance or identity to conceal or deceive.
Synonyms
costumes
masks
camouflage
concealments
deceptions
disguisements
cover-ups
pretenses
masquerades
impersonations
simulations
imitations
replications
fake identities
false appearances
deceits
tricks
ruses
subterfuges
stratagems
artifices
dissimulations
pretensions
disguises
masquerades
deceptions
impostures
counterfeitings
forgeries
simulations
Definitions
- A disguise is a change in appearance or manner, especially in order to conceal one's identity or intentions.
- It can also refer to a costume or outfit worn to conceal or alter one's appearance.
Usage Examples
- The spy wore many disguises to infiltrate the enemy's headquarters.
- The actress used prosthetics and makeup to create a convincing disguise for her role.
- The thief used a disguise to avoid being recognized by the security cameras.
Antonyms
reveals
exposures
disclosures
unveilings
discoveries
identifications
recognitions
acknowledgments
admissions
confessions
revelations
exposures
displays
showings
exhibitions
demonstrations
presentations
manifestations
expressions
revelations
clarifications