Disguise is a term used to describe hiding one's true personality, appearance, or identity. Synonyms for this word include alter, cloak, mask, camouflage, veil, and cover-up. These words all have a similar meaning, with slight differences in their usage. Alter refers to making changes to something to make it unrecognizable. A cloak is a piece of clothing worn to cover oneself, while a mask is a covering worn over the face to hide one's identity. Camouflage is a means of blending into one's surroundings, often used in hunting or war. Veil refers to covering oneself or an object with a light, translucent material. Cover-up involves concealing or denying the truth about something. These synonyms can be used to describe various strategies for concealing one's identity or true intentions.