Veneer
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Veneer [vuh-neer]

NOUN, VERB

Verb

  • Cover or disguise (someone or something'
  • s true nature) with an attractive appearance.

Noun

  • A superficially valuable or pleasing appearance
Example

“The king’s brutality is ignored by many because of his cultured veneer.

“My veneer of honesty concealed the disability.”

Synonyms

Charade, Facade, Gloss, Window dressing, Guise, Coat, Extenuate

Antonyms

Strip, Uncover, Directness, Forthrightness, Frankness, Openheartedness