1. the act of removing a mask or disguise
2. the act of exposing the true nature or identity of someone or something

1. present participle of unmask: removing a mask or disguise from
2. present participle of unmask: exposing the true nature or identity of

Examples

• The unmasking of the villain shocked the entire audience.
• The detective was unmasking the criminal’s true identity.
• The journalist’s investigation led to the unmasking of corruption in city hall.
• She was slowly unmasking her face after the masquerade ball.
• The unmasking ceremony revealed the winner of the competition.
• The whistleblower was responsible for unmasking the company’s illegal activities.
• The unmasking of the spy created an international incident.