Meaning & Definition of word "Disguised"
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Disguised
/dɪsˈgaɪzd/
adjective:
- 1. not recognizable or not appearing as what one actually is; concealed or altered to prevent recognition.
- Example: The detective went undercover, disguised as a waiter to gather information.
- 2. made to look different in order to hide one’s identity or character.
- Example: Her disguised appearance helped her blend in at the event.
- 3. made to seem different from what it is, often to deceive.
- Example: The corporation's financial troubles were disguised by creative accounting practices.
Etymology
Middle English 'disgisen', from Old French 'disguiser', meaning to disguise.
Common Phrases and Expressions
disguised as:
to take on a false appearance or identity.
under disguise:
in a form that conceals one's real identity.
Related Words
disguise:
to alter the appearance or nature of something to conceal its true identity.
incognito:
having one's identity concealed.
Slang Meanings of disguised
Meaning: Undercover
Example Sentence: He's working undercover in a disguised role.
Meaning: Under wraps
Example Sentence: That project is still under wraps; it's completely disguised from public view.