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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    disguised concealed hidden veiled camouflaged covert secretive surreptitious clandestine furtive stealthy sneaky deceptive deceptive incognito anonymous unidentifiable mysterious enigmatic ambiguous obscure vague indefinite indistinct unclear cloaked shrouded screened shielded protected guarded private secretive mysterious cryptic enshrouded enveloped covered masked hooded visored helmeted armored fortified defended secure safe protected concealed confidential classified top-secret ultra-secret.

    Meaning of Masked

    The primary meaning of the word "masked" is to cover or conceal one's face or identity.

    Definitions

    • The word "masked" refers to something or someone that has its face or identity concealed, often to prevent recognition or detection.
    • It can also describe a feeling or emotion that is hidden or disguised, often to avoid revealing one's true intentions or sentiments.
    • In a broader sense, "masked" can refer to a situation or circumstance where the truth or reality is obscured or concealed.

    Etymology of Masked

    The word "masked" comes from the Old French word "masque", which is derived from the Italian word "maschera", meaning "mask" or "disguise".
    The word has its roots in the Latin word "masca", which refers to a specter or ghost, and the Arabic word "maskharah", which means "to mock" or "to ridicule".
    Historically, the word "masked" has been used to describe various forms of concealment, including theatrical masks, disguises, and covert operations.

    Example Uses

    • The thief wore a masked costume to avoid being recognized by the security cameras.
    • The company's financial troubles were masked by the CEO's optimistic reports.
    • The masked ball was a popular event, where guests wore elaborate costumes and masks to conceal their identities.
    • The patient's symptoms were masked by the medication, making it difficult to diagnose the underlying condition.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    unmasked revealed exposed uncovered unveiled disclosed transparent obvious clear evident apparent visible recognizable identifiable naked bare open honest sincere genuine authentic unfeigned undisguised unconcealed unhidden unobscured unveiled unshrouded unshielded unprotected vulnerable susceptible weak fragile defenseless.

    Related Nouns

    mask disguise costume cloak veil shroud shield protection defense security secrecy confidentiality anonymity incognito mystery enigma ambiguity obscurity vagueness indefiniteness indistinctness unclearness concealment covering hiding seclusion solitude isolation hiding refuge sanctuary asylum haven.

    Related Verbs

    conceal cover hide disguise camouflage veil shroud shield protect defend secure mask unmask reveal expose uncover unveil disclose transparent obvious clear evident apparent visible recognize identify detect discover unveil unshroud unshield unprotected weaken fragile defenseless strengthen fortify armor.

    Related Adjectives

    secretive mysterious enigmatic ambiguous obscure vague indefinite indistinct unclear concealed hidden veiled shrouded shielded protected guarded private confidential classified top-secret ultra-secret secure safe defended fortified armored mysterious cryptic enshrouded enveloped covered masked hooded visored helmeted incognito anonymous unidentifiable.