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veiling
This term carries a strong connotation of intentionality and mystery. When used physically, it suggests a delicate or ritualistic covering, often associated with modesty, sanctity, or the creation of a visual barrier that tantalizes rather than completely blocks.
In a psychological or social context, the word implies a strategic concealment. It differs from "lying" or "hiding" by suggesting that the truth is still present but obscured by a thin layer of deception or subtlety. It is frequently used in formal or literary registers to describe the masking of emotions or motives to maintain a specific social facade.
Meanings
Examples
The bride spent an hour perfecting the veiling of her face before the ceremony.
His veiling of the truth made the entire situation more suspicious.
I wonder if she is veiling her disappointment with that fake smile.
The morning mist provided a veiling effect over the valley.
Stop veiling your intentions and just tell me what you want.
The ritual required the veiling of the sacred relic to protect it from sunlight.
She spoke in a veiling tone that left the actual meaning ambiguous.
The veiling of the windows prevented anyone from seeing into the office.