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MASKING Synonyms

There are 12 synonyms of the word masking. (exact relations)
There are 13 hypernyms of the word masking. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for MASKING

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concealing
verb, adjectivev, adj
adjective

• covering or hiding

noun

• the activity of keeping something secret

hiding
verbv
noun

• the activity of keeping something secret

• the state of being hidden

veiling
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a net of transparent fabric with a loose open weave

camouflaging
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• an outward semblance that misrepresents the true nature of something

• fabric dyed with splotches of green and brown and black and tan; intended to make the wearer of a garment made of this fabric hard to distinguish from the background

• device or stratagem for concealment or deceit

• the act of concealing the identity of something by modifying its appearance

verb

• disguise by camouflaging; exploit the natural surroundings to disguise something

disguising
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an outward semblance that misrepresents the true nature of something

• any attire that modifies the appearance in order to conceal the wearer's identity

• the act of concealing the identity of something by modifying its appearance

verb

• make unrecognizable

cloak
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• anything that covers or conceals

• a loose outer garment

verb

• hide under a false appearance

• cover as if with clothing

• cover with or as if with a cloak

disguise
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an outward semblance that misrepresents the true nature of something

• any attire that modifies the appearance in order to conceal the wearer's identity

• the act of concealing the identity of something by modifying its appearance

verb

• make unrecognizable

dissemble
verbv
verb

• make believe with the intent to deceive

• hide under a false appearance

• behave unnaturally or affectedly

masque
nounn
noun

• a party of guests wearing costumes and masks

masquerade
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a party of guests wearing costumes and masks

• a costume worn as a disguise at a masquerade party

• making a false outward show

verb

• take part in a masquerade

• pretend to be someone or something that you are not

block out
verbv
verb

• plan where and when songs should be inserted into a theatrical production, or plan a theatrical production in general

• prevent from entering

• shield from light

• indicate roughly

masquerade party
nounn
noun

• a party of guests wearing costumes and masks

Best Hypernyms For MASKING

Here is a list of related hypernyms for masking, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (11)
cover disguise conceal concealing concealment covering hide hiding mask party protection
Phrases (2)
protective coverprotective covering

Alternatives for CONCEALING

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