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to dissemble
01
to conceal one's true emotions, beliefs, or intentions
Transitive: to dissemble one's emotions or beliefs
Example
She tried to dissemble her disappointment with a forced smile.
To avoid conflict, he chose to dissemble his real opinions during the meeting.
Despite her efforts to dissemble her thoughts, her eyes betrayed her genuine concern.
1.1
(of intentions, emotions, beliefs, etc.) to be hidden
Intransitive
Example
His true feelings of frustration dissembled behind a calm expression.
Her doubts dissembled, never showing on her face during the discussion.
The plan ’s true purpose dissembled, leaving everyone unaware of the real objective.
02
to pretend or give a false appearance of something
Transitive: to dissemble sth
Example
He dissembled enthusiasm, masking his real disinterest in the project.
She dissembled indifference, even though she was deeply concerned.
She dissembled understanding, pretending she knew what he was talking about.
Example
She tried to dissemble her disappointment with a forced smile.
To avoid conflict, he chose to dissemble his real opinions during the meeting.
Despite her efforts to dissemble her thoughts, her eyes betrayed her genuine concern.
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