in disguise
The phrase "in disguise" is often used to describe someone or something that is intentionally hiding its true identity or nature.
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Definition
B2General
(common)Having an altered appearance to hide true identity.
Example
- The celebrity walked through the crowd in disguise to avoid being recognized.
B2Figurative
(common)Presented in a way that conceals the true nature or purpose.
Example
- The additional fee was just a tax increase in disguise.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "in disguise":
hide behindunder the coversunder wrapshide awayon the down-lowin the closetsub rosacover upbehind the curtainsneak in