camouflaged
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //ˈkæməˌflɑːʒd//
KK: /ˈkæməˌflɑʒd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that is hidden or disguised to blend in with its surroundings.
Example
The soldier wore a camouflaged uniform to avoid being seen by the enemy.
Conversation
Did you see that picture of the camouflaged animal in the jungle?
Yeah, it was so cool how it blended in with the surroundings!
I wish I could be that good at hiding during hide and seek.
Right? It's like a whole new level of being camouflaged!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
disguised
hidden
obscured
Antonyms
exposed
revealed
visible
verb
Definition
To hide or disguise something by making it look like its surroundings.
Example
The soldier was camouflaged among the trees, making it hard to see him.
Tense Forms
Past: camouflaged
Past Participle: camouflaged
Conversation
Did you see how that chameleon camouflaged itself against the leaves?
Yeah, it was amazing! I almost didn't notice it at all.
I wonder how they learn to camouflage so well in their environment.
Root Explanation
Camouflaged is formed from "camouflage" (from French *camoufler*, meaning to disguise or conceal) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past action or state). The word describes something that has been disguised or concealed, typically to blend in with the surroundings.
Memory Tip
Think of the French word 'camoufler' which means to disguise — this helps you remember that 'camouflaged' means something has been made to blend in or be concealed.
Visually Confused Words
uncamouflaged