Unmask

Pronunciation: /ənˈmæsk/

Unmask (verb)

  1. to show someone's true face or identity that was hidden.
  2. to reveal the truth about something that was kept secret.

Examples

  • The detective managed to unmask the thief.
  • They unmasked the spy during the investigation.

Common collocations: unmask the culprit, unmask the villain, unmask the deception, unmask the fraud, unmask the truth

Synonyms of Unmask

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Unmask

  • When discussing hiding or covering.