dis·sem·ble (d -s m b l)
v. dis·sem·bled, dis·sem·bling, dis·sem·bles
v.tr.
1. To disguise or conceal behind a false appearance. See Synonyms at disguise.
2. To make a false show of; feign.
v.intr.
To disguise or conceal one's real nature, motives, or feelings behind a false appearance.
[Middle English dissemblen, from Old French dessembler, to be different : des-, dis- + sembler, to appear, seem; see semblable.]
dis·sem
blance n.
dis·sem
bler n.
dis·sem
bling·ly adv. |
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Committed to honesty, Little Brother Matt is aware of the dangers of dissembling.
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