Mascaraed: meaning, definitions and examples

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mascaraed

 

[ ˌmæs.kəˈreɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

disguise oneself

To masquerade means to wear a disguise or to pretend to be someone else. This term is often used to describe situations where individuals conceal their identity or true nature, typically for deception or entertainment purposes. It can also refer to engaging in a masquerade ball, where people dress in costume and masks. The act of masquerading might involve adopting an entirely different persona or engaging in behaviors that differ from one's usual character.

Synonyms

disguise, impersonate, pretend.

Examples of usage

  • She decided to masquerade as a famous celebrity at the party.
  • The children love to masquerade during Halloween.
  • He tried to masquerade his true intentions from his friends.

Translations

Translations of the word "mascaraed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 disfarçado

🇮🇳 पार्टी में मुखौटा पहने हुए

🇩🇪 maskiert

🇮🇩 tersembunyi

🇺🇦 маскований

🇵🇱 zamaskowany

🇯🇵 仮面をつけた

🇫🇷 masqué

🇪🇸 enmascarado

🇹🇷 maskelenmiş

🇰🇷 가면을 쓴

🇸🇦 مقنع

🇨🇿 maskovaný

🇸🇰 maskovaný

🇨🇳 化妆的

🇸🇮 maskiran

🇮🇸 grímuklæddur

🇰🇿 маскарадтағы

🇬🇪 მასკარადული

🇦🇿 maskalanmış

🇲🇽 enmascarado

Etymology

The term 'masquerade' has fascinating roots tracing back to the early 15th century. It originates from the Italian word 'mascherata', which means 'a party with masks'. This itself derives from 'maschera', meaning 'mask', and relates to the broader theme of disguise and concealment prevalent in many cultures. In medieval Europe, masquerade balls became popular among the aristocracy, where attendees would wear elaborate costumes and masks. These events provided an opportunity for social interaction while allowing participants to hide their identities, thus blurring the lines of class and status. Over time, the phenomenon has evolved beyond formal balls to encompass various cultural events and social gatherings where the act of masquerading can be seen as a form of entertainment and expression.