masquerade

Meanings

• noun

  An event at which people wear masks and costumes, often for entertainment or to hide their identity.

  - "The masquerade ball was a grand affair with guests dressed in elaborate costumes and masks."
  - "The children loved the masquerade party, running around and guessing who was behind each mask."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈmæskəˌɹeɪd/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈmæskəˌɹeɪd/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

masque

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with masquerade
marade , parede , areade , carede , sharede , thereade , squared , repaired , repaired , repaired

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Variants

List of all variants of masquerade that leads to same result
masquerade , masquerades , masqueraded , masquerader , masqueraders , masquerading

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Etymology

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From the Italian word 'maschera', meaning mask.

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Trivia

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1. The world's largest masquerade ball is held annually in New Orleans, attracting over 10,000 attendees.

2. The term 'masquerade' is also used in the field of computer security to refer to a disguised attack or intrusion.

3. In some cultures, masquerades were believed to have protective powers and were used to ward off evil spirits or bring good fortune.

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Related Concepts

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1. Ball: A formal dance or social event, often associated with masquerades.

2. Costume: Clothing worn for a masquerade or other special occasion, often including masks and elaborate designs.

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Culture

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Masquerades have been a part of various cultures throughout history, including the Venetian Carnival, the Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans, and the Saturnalia festival in ancient Rome.

How to Memorize "masquerade"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a grand ballroom filled with people wearing masks and elaborate costumes, dancing and mingling with one another.

2. associate
   

   - Think of the Venetian Carnival or Mardi Gras when you hear the word 'masquerade'. Visualize the masks, costumes, and excitement of these celebrations.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that a masquerade is an event where people wear masks and costumes to hide their identity. Use the acronym MASK (Masks And Secrets Kept) to help remember this definition.

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