Definition

A person or thing that changes appearance to hide their true identity or to deceive others.

Example

The magician was a master disguiser, able to transform into different characters effortlessly.

Conversation

Did you see that new movie about the master disguiser?

Yeah, it was so clever how he changed his appearance.

I know! The disguiser really kept everyone guessing who he was.

Exactly, it made the plot so much more exciting!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Disguiser → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "guise" (from Old French *guise*, meaning manner or appearance) and the suffix "-er" (meaning a person who). The word "disguiser" refers to a person who changes or conceals their appearance or manner.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who changes their 'appearance' ('guise') to be 'apart' ('dis-') from their usual self — that's what a disguiser does.

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