dissemble

Meanings

• Verb

  To take apart or analyze something, especially in order to deceive or mislead.

• Verb

  To speak or behave in a way that contradicts what one really thinks or feels.

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Pronunciation

1. [dɪˈsɛmbəɫ]
   
   
   
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Synonyms

disregard , take no notice of

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Variants

List of all variants of dissemble that leads to same result
dissemble , dissembled , dissembler , dissemblers , dissembles , dissembling

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Etymology

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The word 'dissemble' comes from the Old French dessembler, meaning 'to unassemble' or 'take apart'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'dissemble' is often used in legal contexts to refer to the act of lying or hiding the truth.

2. In chess, a dissembling move is a move that is intended to mislead the opponent.

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Related Concepts

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1. Deception: The act of deliberately misleading or deceiving someone.

2. Dissimulation: The act of hiding or concealing one's true feelings or intentions.

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Culture

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In literature, 'dissemble' is often used to describe characters who hide their true intentions or feelings. In art, it can refer to the use of disguise or deception in visual representation. In music, it can refer to the use of false notes or rhythms to create a desired effect.

How to Memorize "dissemble"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize taking apart an object to understand how it works. Imagine disassembling a clock or a machine to see the inner workings.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'dissemble' with the idea of hiding or concealing something. Think of a magician who uses misdirection to distract from the true location of a hidden object.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Disassemble a Clock' to remember the meaning of the word. Visualize taking apart the different parts of a clock to understand how it functions.

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