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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

masquerading

/mæskəˈreɪdɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does masquerading mean?

verb

To disguise oneself or something as something else, often in order to deceive or conceal one's true nature or identity.

Example

"The politician was accused of masquerading as a champion of the environment while secretly supporting policies that harmed it."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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