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charade Definition and Meaning in English (charade definition)

noun
Synonyms:pretensefacademasquerade
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Charade definition: An absurd pretense intended to create a pleasant or respectable appearance, often used to deceive others.

Definitions of Charade

  1. 1noun

    An absurd pretense intended to create a pleasant or respectable appearance, often used to deceive others.

Example Sentences

formal

“The whole trial was a charade, with the verdict decided long ago.”

casual

“Their marriage had become a charade, lacking any real affection.”

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Charade definition: An absurd pretense intended to create a pleasant or respectable appearance, often used to deceive others.
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'Charade' translates to 'charade' in English. Charade definition: An absurd pretense intended to create a pleasant or respectable appearance, often used to deceive others.
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