Guise

Pronunciation: /ˈɡaɪz/

Guise (noun)

  1. an outward appearance that hides the true nature of something
  2. a particular style or form something takes

Examples

  • He approached in the guise of a friend.
  • The thief entered under the guise of a delivery person.

Common collocations: under the guise, in the guise of, in the guise of, take on the guise

Synonyms of Guise

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Guise

  • when discussing genuine versus deceptive appearances