Definitions

1. noun

a form of acting or performance in which the actors do not speak, often used as a form of entertainment or to convey a message

“The theatre group performed a hilarious charade during the festival.”

2. verb

to act out a role or situation in a way that is exaggerated or artificial

“The politician charaded the importance of the economic crisis to gain public support.”

3. noun

a false or misleading representation of something

“The company’s charade of transparency was exposed by the media investigation.”