Masquerader
(noun)
- A person who takes part in a masquerade, wearing a mask or costume to conceal their identity.
- A person who disguises themselves or acts as someone else, especially for purposes of deception or disguise.
Origin:
The word masquerader comes from the middle english word "masquere," meaning to wear a mask or disguise, and the suffix -er, indicating a person who performs an action.
Examples:
- The masqueraders at the carnival danced in the streets, their masks hiding their faces.
- The masquerader was a skilled actor, who could impersonate anyone with ease.
- The masquerade ball was a festive event, with guests dressed in elaborate costumes and masks.
- The masquerader was a thief, who had successfully disguised himself as a wealthy businessman.
- The masquerader was an undercover detective, who had infiltrated the criminal organization to gather evidence.