Dissimulation
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dissimulation is a noun meaning The act of concealing the truth; hypocrisy or deception.
Meaning
The act of concealing the truth; hypocrisy or deception.
More Meanings
- Hiding one's feelings or intentions.
Example Sentences
Perhaps it was best to tell Ethel at once: if ever she went into society at all, she would inevitably hear of it, and her own concealment would have the appearance of a dissimulation,—the furthest from her thoughts.
Word Forms
- dissimulations
Synonyms for dissimulation
Depending on context, synonyms include deceptiveness, trickery, underhandedness, deceit, deceitfulness, duplicity.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dissembling, deception, deceit, dissimilation, concealment, hypocrisy.
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