WHITEWASHING Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word whitewashing. (exact relations)
There are 11 hypernyms of the word whitewashing. (close relations)

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Definition of WHITEWASHING

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Best Alternative Words for WHITEWASHING


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	whitewash				verb, nounv, n
	noun • a defeat in which the losing person or team fails to score • wash consisting of lime and size in water; used for whitening walls and other surfaces • a specious or deceptive clearing that attempts to gloss over failings and defects verb • cover up a misdemeanor, fault, or error • cover with whitewash • exonerate by means of a perfunctory investigation or through biased presentation of data
	gloss over				verbv
	verb • treat hurriedly or avoid dealing with properly • cover up a misdemeanor, fault, or error
	hush up				verbv
	verb • cover up a misdemeanor, fault, or error • cause to be quiet or not talk
	sleek over
	verb • cover up a misdemeanor, fault, or error

Best Hypernyms For WHITEWASHING

Here is a list of related hypernyms for whitewashing, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.

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