Unmask
6 lettersverbmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
To expose or reveal the true identity or nature of someone or something that was previously concealed.
“The investigation helped unmask the fraudster who had deceived the entire community for years.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ʌnˈmæsk/
Syllables
un·mask
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Synonyms
uncloak
Antonyms
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Wordle
Ends in ASK which is a common and useful Wordle pattern, MASK is a strong sub-word
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Scrabble
Worth 12 points, K tile adds strong value and MASK is an excellent high-value sub-word
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