adj
Uncommon
masked
mahskt
Masked (adj) means wearing a mask. Example: “A masked figure slipped through the crowd unnoticed.”
adj
1
Wearing a mask.
"A masked figure slipped through the crowd unnoticed."
"As the Superintendent of Austin, TX, schools I have mandated that our kids must be masked when they start school on Tuesday."
— Stephanie Elizalde, Why I'm Mandating That Austin Schools Must Be Masked When Classes Start (2021)
2
Hidden or disguised.
"His masked resentment finally showed through."
How to use masked
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCovered by a mask, or figuratively concealed.
Common pairings
masked man
masked ball
thinly masked
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- Comparative
- more masked
- Superlative
- most masked
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Etymology
From mask plus the suffix "-ed."
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What does “masked” mean?
The word “masked” means wearing a mask. In plain terms, covered by a mask, or figuratively concealed.
How do you pronounce “masked”?
“Masked” is pronounced mahskt (/mæskt/ in IPA).
How do you use “masked” in a sentence?
Here is “masked” used in a sentence: “A masked figure slipped through the crowd unnoticed.”
What part of speech is “masked”?
“Masked” is an adjective.
Is “masked” a common word?
“Masked” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “masked” have?
“Masked” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: wearing a mask.
What is the difference between masked and disguised?
Masked most literally describes wearing a mask over the face, while disguised more broadly refers to altering one's appearance or identity by any means, which may or may not involve a mask. Both words can also be used figuratively to mean hidden or concealed.
Can masked be used to describe something other than a face covering?
Yes, masked can describe anything hidden or disguised, not just a physical mask on a face, as in 'masked intentions' or 'masked emotions.' This figurative use extends the literal sense of covering to abstract concealment.
Is masked always an adjective?
Masked most commonly functions as an adjective describing something wearing a mask or being hidden, as in 'a masked figure.' It can also appear as the past tense or past participle of the verb 'mask,' as in 'she masked her disappointment.'
