adj
Uncommon
disguised
dihs-GYZD
Disguised (adj) means wearing a disguise, or made to look like something other than what it really is. Example: “A disguised guard patrolled the museum floor.”
adj
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Wearing a disguise, or made to look like something other than what it really is.
"A disguised guard patrolled the museum floor."
"It was a tax increase disguised as a "service fee.""
How to use disguised
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHidden behind a false appearance.
Common pairings
thinly disguised
disguised as
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more disguised
- Superlative
- most disguised
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Rhymes for disguised
raised
poised
advised
bruised
promised
baptised
apprised
despised
surprised
exercised
civilised
televised
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Frequently asked questions
What does “disguised” mean?
The word “disguised” means wearing a disguise, or made to look like something other than what it really is. In plain terms, hidden behind a false appearance.
How do you pronounce “disguised”?
“Disguised” is pronounced dihs-GYZD (/dɪsˈɡaɪzd/ in IPA).
How do you use “disguised” in a sentence?
Here is “disguised” used in a sentence: “A disguised guard patrolled the museum floor.”
What part of speech is “disguised”?
“Disguised” is an adjective.
Is “disguised” a common word?
“Disguised” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between disguised and camouflaged?
Disguised typically means altered in appearance to hide identity or true nature, often through clothing, makeup, or deliberate concealment, while camouflaged specifically means blended into the surrounding environment to avoid detection. A spy might be disguised as a waiter, while an animal is camouflaged against tree bark.
Can disguised describe things other than people?
Yes, disguised can describe objects, intentions, or ideas made to look like something other than what they really are, such as a disguised threat or criticism disguised as a compliment. This figurative use extends the literal sense of physical disguise to abstract concealment.
What preposition typically follows disguised?
Disguised is most often followed by as, as in disguised as a delivery driver or a warning disguised as a joke, to indicate the false appearance being presented. This structure clearly names what the disguise imitates.
