Disguise
To alter one’s appearance or behavior to conceal one’s identity or true nature; a disguise is the clothing or act used to achieve this.
verbDisguise
To alter one’s appearance or behavior to conceal one’s identity or true nature; a disguise is the clothing or act used to achieve this.
verbImagine This
Imagine a secret agent at a bustling train station, donning a fake beard, a wide-brimmed hat, and oversized sunglasses to slip past guards without being recognized.
Sounds Like
dis-GYZE
Looks Like
Mask, costume, or false appearance; relates to the word 'guise' (appearance)
Remember This
Disguise can refer to both clothing and behavior used to hide identity or truth. The noun form 'guise' appears in phrases like 'in the guise of' meaning 'in the appearance of.'
Other Forms
Note
Distinguish disguise from unmask or reveal; disguise is about concealing, while unmask means to reveal. Also note that 'guise' is a related noun meaning appearance or semblance.