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dissimulation

Dissimulation (noun) means the act of concealing the truth; hypocrisy or deception.

noun
1
The act of concealing the truth; hypocrisy or deception.
2
Hiding one's feelings or intentions.
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Etymology

Inherited from Middle English dissimulacioun, from Old French dissimulation, from Latin dissimulātiō; equivalent to dissimule + -ation.

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What is the meaning of dissimulation?

"dissimulation" (noun) means the act of concealing the truth; hypocrisy or deception.

What are the different meanings of dissimulation?

"dissimulation" has 2 main meanings: 1. The act of concealing the truth; hypocrisy or deception; 2. Hiding one's feelings or intentions.

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