What is another word for dissimilations?
Pronunciation: [dɪsˌɪmɪlˈe͡ɪʃənz] (IPA) 
Dissimilations refer to the act of hiding one's true feelings or thoughts. There are numerous synonyms for this word, including pretense, affectation, hypocrisy, insincerity, deceit, and dissimulation. These synonyms are commonly used to describe the behavior of people who act in a deceptive or dishonest manner. Pretense implies a deliberate effort to deceive, while affectation suggests an artificiality of behavior to impress others. Hypocrisy denotes a discrepancy between what one says and what one actually does, while insincerity implies a lack of honesty or genuine feeling. Deceit refers to deliberate dishonesty, and dissimulation implies a hiding of one's true feelings or intentions.
