Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
charade
noun
/ʃəˈreɪd/
Definition
A charade is a game where players act out a word or phrase without speaking, using only gestures and movements for others to guess it.
Examples
- We played charades at the party, and it turned out to be a lot of fun!
- His calm demeanor was just a charade to hide his true feelings.
- During the meeting, he put on a charade of agreement while secretly opposing the idea.
Meaning
In a broader sense, the term ‘charade’ can refer to any situation where someone is pretending or putting on a false front, often to deceive others.
Synonyms
- pretense
- act
- masquerade
- deception
