Definition of dissemble

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dis·sem·ble    (d-smbl) KEY 

VERB:
dis·sem·bled, dis·sem·bling, dis·sem·bles
VERB:
tr.

1. To disguise or conceal behind a false appearance. See Synonyms at disguise.
2. To make a false show of; feign.

VERB:
intr.

To disguise or conceal one's real nature, motives, or feelings behind a false appearance.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English dissemblen, from Old French dessembler, to be different : des-, dis- + sembler, to appear, seem ; see semblable

OTHER FORMS:
dis·semblance(Noun), dis·sembler(Noun), dis·sembling·ly(Adverb)