Is Masqueraders a Word?

To go about as if in disguise; have or put on a deceptive appearance: The stowaway masqueraded as a crew member. [French mascarade, from Italian mascarata, variant of mascherata, from Old Italian maschera, mask; see mask.] mas′quer·ad′er n.

What is the meaning of masqueraders?

masqueraders. Frequency: One who masquerades; a person wearing a mask; one disguised.

Can you use masquerade as a verb?

As a verb, masquerade can also mean to dress up as someone else, in costume. At the parade, you will masquerade as the court jester, wearing a purple outfit and bells and tossing candy to little kids. The noun masquerade refers to both your costume, which usually includes a mask, and the event where you will wear it.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.