PsychologyJuly 16, 2026
charade
/ʃəˈrɑːd/
Definition
An absurd pretense or a deceptive act intended to create a false impression of a situation.
Etymology
Derived from the French word 'charade,' originally meaning a type of word game involving pantomime. It entered English in the 18th century, with its meaning evolving from a playful game to a serious act of public deception.
In the news
The article uses the word to describe how lawmakers' budget maneuvers were merely a deceptive display, failing to address the state's actual long-term financial deficit.
The accounting tricks that balanced Pa.’s budget — but only on paper
Read the full article ↗The Latrobe Bulletin