verb
- to make or become different or unlike; to cause to lose similarity
- to conceal one’s true thoughts, feelings, or character; to pretend
Usage: formal; technical
Usage: formal
Examples
- The new policy dissimilates the company from its competitors.
- Over time, the dialect dissimilates from the original language.
- He dissimilates his true intentions during negotiations.
- The actor dissimilates perfectly, hiding his nervousness.
- Cultural exchange sometimes dissimilates traditional practices.
- She dissimilates her expertise to avoid unwanted attention.