masquerade: meaning and definitions

A costume party at which masks are worn; a masked ball. Also called masque.

A costume for such a party or ball.

A disguise or false outward show; a pretense: a masquerade of humility.

An involved scheme; a charade.

To wear a mask or disguise, as at a masquerade: She masqueraded as a shepherd.

To go about as if in disguise; have or put on a deceptive appearance: The stowaway masqueraded as a crew member.