masked

• Refere-se a algo que está escondido, disfarçado ou coberto por uma máscara, seja no sentido literal (uso de máscara) ou figurado (oculto, dissimulado).

Describes something that is hidden, disguised, or covered by a mask.

1. Concealed or disguisedB2formal

   Having its true character or identity hidden, often with the intention to deceive.

   Mascarado

   • The masked intruder was caught on camera.
   • Her masked intentions were revealed later.
   • The company's masked financial troubles shocked investors.

   Sinônimoscamouflagedcloakedconcealedcovereddisguisedhiddenveiled

   Antônimosdisclosedexposeduncovered

2. Having a facial markingB2formal

   Having markings or coloring on the face that resemble a mask, as seen in some animals.

   Com máscara no rosto

   • The raccoon is a masked animal with dark fur around its eyes.
   • The masked bird is known for its distinctive facial pattern.
   • Some species of monkeys have masked faces.

• Verbo usado para designar a ação de cobrir, ocultar ou disfarçar algo, frequentemente para proteger ou esconder de vista ou de detecção.

A verb used to indicate the act of covering, concealing, or disguising something, often to protect or hide it from view or detection.

1. Conceal or hideB1formal

   To hide or disguise something, such as feelings, identity, or a physical object.

   Esconder

   • She masked her disappointment with a smile.
   • The thick fog masked the outline of the buildings.
   • He tried to mask his true intentions with friendly words.

   Sinônimoscamouflagecloakconcealcoverdisguisehideobscurescreenshroudveil

   Antônimosdiscloseexposerevealshowuncover

2. Cover for protectionA2formal

   To cover the face or a part of the body with a protective covering.

   Cobrir para proteção

   • The surgeon masked herself before entering the operating room.
   • You should mask your face when working with toxic chemicals.
   • The protesters masked their faces to avoid identification.

   Antônimosbareexposeuncover

3. Obscure or suppressB2formal

   To prevent something from being perceived or detected.

   Mascarar

   • The background noise masked their conversation.
   • Certain chemicals can mask the smell of gas.
   • The medication masked the symptoms of the disease.

   Sinônimosblot outcamouflagecloakconcealcoverdisguiseeclipsehideobscurescreenshroudveil

   Antônimosdiscloseexposerevealshowuncover