Masquerade
Masquerade noun - A display of emotion or behavior that is insincere or intended to deceive.
Usage example: although she was deeply bored, she maintained a masquerade of polite interest as her guest droned on
Show is a synonym for masquerade in pretence topic. In some cases you can use "Show" instead a noun "Masquerade", when it comes to topics like honest, disguise.
Nearby Words: masqueraded, masquerading
Show
Show noun - A display of emotion or behavior that is insincere or intended to deceive.
Usage example: her “concern” for the less fortunate is all just a big show
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Both words in one sentence
- Her "Evil Clara" masquerade might just be Jenna Coleman's most popular character on the show, with even Clara haters taking a liking to her!
Source: Ensemble Dark Horse / Doctor Who - The end credits of the sequel show that the Masquerade was broken, with the heroes getting a thank you from the city.
Source: Extra-Strength Masquerade -
Not to mention the fashion show episode, where they masquerade as Black and Tan, two (made-up) supermodels.
Source: Series / Psych
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