Meaning of the word unmask in English

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

unmask

US /ʌnˈmæsk/
UK /ʌnˈmɑːsk/

Verb

to show the bad, and previously hidden, truth about someone or something:

Example:
At the end of the play the villain is unmasked.