Meaning of the word charade in English

What does charade mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

charade

US /ʃəˈreɪd/
UK /ʃəˈrɑːd/

Noun

an act or event that is clearly false:

Example:
Everyone knew who was going to get the job from the start - the interviews were just a charade.
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