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dissemble

verb

/dɪˈsɛmbəl/

Meaning

to conceal one's true motives, feelings, or beliefs; to pretend

He tried to dissemble his anger with a forced smile.

pretend, feign, fake, conceal, disguise

reveal, expose, disclose

dissemble feelings, dissemble emotions, dissemble the truth

To laugh quietly or to oneself.

to win a victory over someone or something in a competition or battle

To formally repeal, cancel, or abolish a law, agreement, or custom.

To admire or worship someone excessively.

to speak very softly using one's breath without vocal cords

to relieve someone of a burden or load