Synonyms of masquerade

Noun


1. masquerade, masquerade party, masque, mask, party

usage: a party of guests wearing costumes and masks

2. fancy dress, masquerade, masquerade costume, costume, disguise

usage: a costume worn as a disguise at a masquerade party

3. masquerade, pretense, pretence, pretending, simulation, feigning

usage: making a false outward show; "a beggar's masquerade of wealth"

Verb


1. masquerade, disguise, mask

usage: take part in a masquerade

2. masquerade, pose, impersonate, personate

usage: pretend to be someone or something that you are not; "he is masquerading as an expert on the internet"; "This silly novel is masquerading as a serious historical treaty"

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Definition and meaning of masquerade (Dictionary)