Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dissimulation

noun

/ˌdɪsɪmjuˈleɪʃən/

Definition

Examples

Her dissimulation was so convincing that no one suspected her true intentions.
The politician’s dissimulation regarding his proposed policies frustrated many voters.
He mastered the art of dissimulation, making it difficult to determine what he really believed.

Meaning

Dissimulation refers to the act of concealing or disguising one’s true thoughts, feelings, or intentions. It often involves misleading others by pretending to have a different motive or opinion.