Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dissemblance
Noun
/dɪsˈɛmbləns/
Definition
The act of concealing one’s true feelings or intentions.
Examples
- His dissemblance during the interview made it hard for the board to trust his capabilities.
- She wore a smile of dissemblance, masking her actual disappointment.
- Dissemblance in political speeches can lead to public mistrust.
Meaning
Dissemblance refers to the practice of hiding the truth about one’s thoughts or beliefs, often to create a false impression.
Synonyms
- Deception
- Dishonesty
- Falseness
- Pretense
- Insincerity
