Unmask

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈmæsk/

Definitions of unmask

verb to reveal the true identity or nature of someone or something

Example Sentences

A1 The magician unmasked the villain during the performance.

A2 The detective finally unmasked the true identity of the suspect.

B1 The whistleblower decided to unmask the corruption within the company.

B2 The journalist's investigation helped to unmask the illegal activities of the politician.

C1 The hacker was able to unmask the security vulnerabilities of the system.

C2 The documentary unmasked the dark secrets of the government's involvement in the scandal.

Examples of unmask in a Sentence

formal The detective was able to unmask the criminal and bring them to justice.

informal I can't wait to unmask the surprise party we've been planning for you!

slang I'm going to unmask the truth about what really happened that night.

figurative The artist's latest masterpiece seemed to unmask the hidden emotions of the subject.

Grammatical Forms of unmask

• past tense: unmasked
• plural: unmasks
• comparative: more unmask
• superlative: most unmask
• present tense: unmasks
• future tense: will unmask
• perfect tense: has unmasked
• continuous tense: is unmasking
• singular: unmasks
• positive degree: unmask
• infinitive: to unmask
• gerund: unmasking
• participle: unmasked

Origin and Evolution of unmask

First Known Use: 1500 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'unmask' originated from the Old French word 'desmasker' which means to remove a mask or disguise.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'unmask' has evolved to not only refer to physically removing a mask but also to metaphorically reveal the true identity or nature of something or someone.