Disfraz

A 'disfraz' (Spanish for 'disguise', 'costume', or 'mask') is a garment or set of garments, accessories, and/or makeup used to alter one's appearance and/or identity, often for entertainment, celebration, or concealment. It can involve elaborate transformations, simple alterations, or anything in between. The purpose of a 'disfraz' can range from comedic and festive (Halloween costumes, carnival outfits) to strategic (military camouflage, espionage disguises). 'Disfraz' also encompasses the act of donning such attire and the state of being disguised.

Disfraz meaning with examples

• For the carnival, Maria spent weeks creating her elaborate 'disfraz' of a vibrant phoenix, complete with feathered wings and a fiery headpiece. She wanted to be the most stunning creature in the parade, so her friends helped make sure the whole costume glowed. The effort certainly paid off as people showered her with compliments. The 'disfraz' made her feel joyful.
• The spy carefully selected his 'disfraz' – a simple businessman’s suit, complete with a briefcase and reading glasses. He needed to blend in unnoticed at the airport while he acquired his new identity. The anonymity that the 'disfraz' provided was crucial for his mission, as recognition could be fatal.
• The children, eager to celebrate Halloween, spent all afternoon rummaging for their 'disfraces', transforming themselves into superheroes, ghosts, and witches. They reveled in the temporary escape from their everyday lives, enjoying the shared excitement. Each 'disfraz' let them embrace a different, fantastical persona, a highlight of their year.
• In the play, the actor’s quick change to a 'disfraz' of the villain, complete with a black cloak and a sinister mustache, transformed his character immediately. The swift alteration completely shifted the tone of the scene. The visual trickery of the 'disfraz' added an element of suspense to the performance. The 'disfraz' defined the next scene.