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masquerading

The word “masquerading” has 4 syllables: mas-quer-ad-ing

It's pronounced as /ˌmæs.kəˈreɪ.dɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for masquerading?

In the thesaurus, “masquerading” has 25 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for masquerading along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for masquerading

Meanings of masquerading

  • verb
    1. To take part in a masquerade; to assemble in masks and costumes; to wear a disguise.
    2. To pass off as a different person or a person with qualities that one does not possess; also, to make a pretentious show of being what one is not.
    3. To conceal (someone) with, or as if with, a mask; to disguise.
  • noun
    1. The act of one who masquerades.

Example Sentences

  • He was masquerading as a doctor to gain access to the facility.
  • The agent was caught masquerading as a foreign diplomat.
  • She was tired of masquerading as someone she wasn’t.
  • They were masquerading their greed behind generous donations.
  • The scam involved criminals masquerading as tech support staff.

On this page you'll find 25 synonyms or another words to masquerading, such as: acting, affecting, assuming, bluffing, camouflaging, concealing, counterfeiting.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

faking

hamming

camouflaging

making a pretense

making a show

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