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Synonyms for masquerade

pose

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masked ball

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Collins Thesaurus of the English Language – Complete and Unabridged 2nd Edition. 2002 © HarperCollins Publishers 1995, 2002

Synonyms for masquerade

a display of insincere behavior

to change or modify so as to prevent recognition of the true identity or character of

to represent oneself in a given character or as other than what one is

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Synonyms for masquerade

a party of guests wearing costumes and masks

a costume worn as a disguise at a masquerade party

making a false outward show

take part in a masquerade

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pretend to be someone or something that you are not

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The development, it was gathered, did not go down well with the team of the masquerade but had to take to the advice, in order to maintain law and order.
The latter rationale for the exclusion is somewhat undercut by Weldt-Basson's subsequent observation that the arguments of Ben Sifuentes-Jauregui's Transvestism, Masculinity, and Latin American Literature (2002) and Vek Lewis's Crossing Sex and Gender in Latin America (2010) could be taken "one step further" to "imply a fight for social justice that is achieved through the masquerade of locas, transformistas, and travestis" (8).
They are regarded as kings of the masquerades. They take permission from the gods and deities of the land before the commencement of the festival.
Stephens asks how the masquerade and the unmasking affect both fans and performers.
For those who would just like to enjoy the masquerade ball, tickets are priced at BD30 per person and include unlimited drinks.
(5) Zenobia is the only main character in the "Masquerade" section dressed for the masquerade, and though her various masks of wealth and regality have slipped, her status as woman is as alluring and threatening as before.
Level 2 students Amy Ashwell, Jenny Smitheman and Rachael Fixter won the Masquerade Ball category with their model Poppy O'Hagan, whose make-up mask was so intricate and detailed - it actually looked like the real thing.
Children and parents at the masquerade ball at Ronald McDonald House.
In a metaphorical sense, the masquerade in Nigeria can be used as an artistic and significant representation of the nation's politics.
The Moi Cultural Entertainment, which has seven members including the masquerade, is, as a group, dedicated to showcasing the art to locals and expatriates in Doha.
Hugh captioned the photo of the blonde bombshell in the deejay booth as "Crystal DJing the Masquerade party".
"The idea of the Masquerade Tour is that it is just one big party."
Groups who would like to join this year's procession or take part in the masquerade camps should contact 024 7699 2480.
In its second appearance, the masquerade normally visits the homes of lesser chiefs to pay homage.