Meaning of the word charade in English
What does charade mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
charade
US /ʃəˈreɪd/
UK /ʃəˈrɑːd/
Noun
1.
an absurd pretense intended to create a pleasant or respectable appearance
Example:
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Their marriage was a complete charade, they hadn't loved each other for years.
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The whole peace process was a charade.
2.
a game in which words or phrases are represented by actions performed by one person or group, which the rest of the group has to guess
Example:
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We played a game of charades after dinner.
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It's difficult to act out abstract concepts in charades.
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