disguise
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Definition
A disguise is clothing, makeup, or another change in appearance used to hide who someone is. As a verb, to disguise means to change the appearance of someone or something, or to hide the true nature of something.
Usage & Nuances
Common as both noun and verb. Often used for physical appearance ('wear a disguise', 'disguise yourself'), but also abstractly: 'disguise the smell', 'disguise his disappointment'. 'Costume' is for dressing up; 'disguise' stresses hiding identity or reality.
Example Sentences
He wore a disguise to the party.
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She tried to disguise her voice on the phone.
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Dark glasses can disguise your face.
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You can't disguise the fact that you're upset.
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The sauce disguises the taste of the vegetables.
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He showed up in a hat and sunglasses, but it was a pretty weak disguise.
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