unmask

• Verbo que significa revelar la verdadera naturaleza o identidad de alguien o algo, a menudo quitando un disfraz o sacando a la luz lo que estaba oculto.

A verb meaning to reveal the true nature or identity of someone or something, often by removing a disguise or concealment.

1. Reveal the true nature ofB2formal

   To expose or reveal the true character or identity of someone or something, especially when it was hidden or disguised.

   Desenmascarar

   • The investigation unmasked the corrupt official.
   • Her memoir unmasked the harsh realities of the industry.
   • The journalist worked tirelessly to unmask the fraud.

   Sinónimosdebunkdiscloseexposerevealshow upuncoverunearthunveil

   Antónimoscloakconcealcoverdisguisehidemaskscreenshroudveil

2. Take the mask offB1formal

   To physically remove a mask or covering from someone's face.

   Quitar la máscara

   • The doctor unmasked the patient to check his breathing.
   • He unmasked himself after the costume party ended.
   • The performer unmasked dramatically at the end of the show.

   Antónimoscoverdisguisemaskveil