idiom

see someone's true colours

3Sections

To see someone's real character for the first time, especially when it is unpleasant

Definition

To see someone's real character for the first time, especially when it is unpleasant

Examples

  • Finally, we SAW HIS TRUE COLOURS
  • She eventually SAW HIS TRUE COLOURS
  • Working with him, I SAW HIS TRUE COLOURS

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms:

  • see someone's real self
  • see someone's true nature

Antonyms:

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