This is the 1864th most frequent Dutch word.
masked
The Dutch word "masked" does not exist; it is an English word meaning "covered to hide or protect."
Here, 'gemaskerd' describes a physical state, indicating the thief wore a mask.
De dief was gemaskerd tijdens de overval.
The thief was masked during the robbery.
In this sentence, 'maskert' refers to the act of concealing or hiding information.
De software maskert gevoelige informatie in het rapport.
The software masks sensitive information in the report.
This usage of 'maskerde' is metaphorical, meaning to hide or control his emotions deliberately.