camouflaging
[/ˈkæməflɑːʒɪŋ/]
verb (gerund/present participle)
camuflagem, camuflando, disfarçando
1. The act of disguising or concealing something by making it blend in with its surroundings or by using deceptive means
The soldier was camouflaging his position with branches and leaves.
O soldado estava camuflando sua posição com galhos e folhas.
2. Hiding one's true feelings, intentions, or characteristics behind a false appearance
She was camouflaging her anxiety behind a confident smile.
Ela estava disfarçando sua ansiedade atrás de um sorriso confiante.
3. In psychology, particularly regarding autism, masking or suppressing neurodivergent traits to appear neurotypical
Many autistic individuals spend energy camouflaging their natural behaviors in social situations.
Muitos indivíduos autistas gastam energia camuflando seus comportamentos naturais em situações sociais.
In contemporary Brazil and the USA, 'camouflaging' has gained increased cultural significance in discussions about neurodiversity and mental health, particularly regarding how autistic individuals and those with anxiety adapt socially. The term has evolved beyond military contexts to describe the psychological effort of appearing 'normal' in neurotypical spaces.
NYC Slang
frontin', cappin', putting on a mask
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