Dissimulate and Malinger

Dissimulate

Dissimulate verb - To take on a false or deceptive appearance.
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Synonyms for Dissimulate

Malinger and dissimulate are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Malinger" instead a verb "Dissimulate".

Nearby Words: dissimulation, dissimulating

Malinger

Malinger verb - Avoid responsibilities and duties, e.g., by pretending to be ill.
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Synonyms for Malinger

Dissimulate and malinger are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Dissimulate" instead a verb "Malinger".

Nearby Words: malingerer, malingering
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