Meaning of masquerade in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˌmæskəˈreɪd/

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1. Verb

   masquerade

   Definitions

   1. take part in a masquerade
2. 2. pretend to be someone or something that you are not

   Examples

   • « he is masquerading as the expert on the Internet »
   • « This silly novel is masquerading as a serious historical treaty »

3. Noun

   masquerade

   Etymology

   late 16th century: from French mascarade, from Italian mascherata, from maschera‘mask’

   Definitions

   1. a party of guests wearing costumes and masks
4. 2. a costume worn as a disguise at a masquerade party
5. 3. making a false outward show

   Examples

   • « a beggar's masquerade of wealth »