Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dissimulate
verb
/dɪsɪmjʊleɪt/
Definition
To conceal one’s true thoughts, feelings, or intentions by deceiving or pretending.
Examples
- She tried to dissimulate her anxiety during the interview.
- He dissimulated his true intentions to avoid conflict.
- In the novel, the character’s ability to dissimulate is key to his survival.
Meaning
Dissimulate refers to the act of disguising or hiding one’s true thoughts or emotions. It usually involves pretending to have different feelings or beliefs from what one actually has.
Synonyms
- conceal
- disguise
- feign
- mask
- pretend
