Mask Definitions

Helpful Mask Definitions
For Using the Emotional Toolbox

Compiled By Laurie H. Hutzler

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mask (màsk) noun
1. A covering worn on the face to conceal one's (true) identity
5. A face having a blank, fixed, or enigmatic expression.
6. Something, often a trait that disguises or conceals: “If ever I saw misery under a mask, it was on her face” (Erskine Childers).
per•so•na (per-so¹ne) noun
3. The role that one assumes or displays in public or society; one's public image or personality, as distinguished from the inner self.
fa•çade also fa•cade (fe-säd¹) noun
2. An artificial or deceptive front
dis•guise (dîs-gìz¹) noun
1. a. The act or an instance of disguising.
b. The condition of being disguised.
2. Clothes or accessories worn to conceal one's true identity.
3. a. Appearance that misrepresents the true character of something.
b. A pretense or misrepresentation: His repeated references to his dangerous hobbies were only a disguise to cover up his insecurity.
ve•neer (ve-nîr¹) noun
1. A thin surface layer
4. A deceptive, superficial show; a façade: a veneer of friendliness.
cam•ou•flage (kàm¹e-fläzh´, -fläj´) noun
1. The method or result of concealing personnel an enemy by making them appear to be part of the natural surroundings.
2. Concealment by disguise or protective coloring.

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