masquerading

[US]/[ˈmæskəˌreɪdɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈmæskərˌreɪdɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To conceal or disguise one's identity or feelings; to pretend to be someone or something one is not.; To pretend to have a particular quality or feeling.
v. (past participle)Having concealed or disguised one's identity or feelings.

Phrases & Collocations

masquerading as

masquerading around

masquerading identity

masquerading danger

masquerading wealth

masquerading feelings

masquerading truth

masquerading smile

masquerading joy

masquerading purpose

Example Sentences

he was masquerading as a wealthy businessman to gain access to the exclusive event.

the politician was accused of masquerading his true intentions during the campaign.

the company was masquerading financial difficulties to secure a favorable loan.

the child was masquerading as a superhero, complete with a homemade cape.

the software was masquerading as a legitimate program to avoid detection.

she was masquerading her sadness with a bright smile and cheerful demeanor.

the fraudster was skillfully masquerading his identity to deceive the authorities.

the virus was masquerading as a system update to trick users into downloading it.

they were masquerading their lack of experience with confidence and enthusiasm.

the new employee was masquerading his nervousness with excessive talking.

the project was masquerading behind schedule due to unforeseen complications.

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