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to dissemble
01
to conceal one's true emotions, beliefs, or intentions
Transitive: to dissemble one's emotions or beliefs
Examples
She tried to dissemble her disappointment with a forced smile.
To avoid conflict, he chose to dissemble his real opinions during the meeting.
1.1
(of intentions, emotions, beliefs, etc.) to be hidden
Intransitive
Examples
His true feelings of frustration dissembled behind a calm expression.
Her doubts dissembled, never showing on her face during the discussion.
02
to pretend or give a false appearance of something
Transitive: to dissemble sth
Examples
She dissembled indifference, even though she was deeply concerned.
He dissembled confidence, despite being unsure about the outcome.
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