Unmask

/ʌnˈmɑːsk/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to reveal or expose something that was hidden or concealed.

The investigation aimed to unmask the corruption within the organization.

to remove a mask from someone or something.

During the reveal, the host asked the contestants to unmask themselves.

to disclose the true identity of someone or something.

The documentary sought to unmask the true intentions behind the charity's façade.

to make something clear or apparent, especially a hidden truth.

Years of research helped to unmask the long-standing myths of the region.

to expose someone’s real character or motives.

The journalist's article served to unmask the politician's deceitful behavior.

From 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'mask' meaning 'to cover or conceal.'

unmask the truth

To reveal the actual facts or reality.

unmask someone

To expose someone's true identity or intentions.

unmask the culprit

To identify the person responsible for a wrongdoing.

mask

An object worn on the face to disguise or conceal.

reveal

To make known something that was previously hidden.

disguise

To change the appearance of something or someone to hide their identity.

To expose someone who is pretending to be something they're not.

They tried to unmask the influencer for not being authentic.

To call out someone’s true intentions or hidden agenda.

He really unmasked her during the debate.