One's real beliefs, sentiments, or character.
show one's true stripes
To reveal one's real beliefs, sentiments, or character, especially thr…
put one's cards on the table
To reveal one's true intentions, beliefs, feelings, or other previousl…
live a lie
To conceal something about oneself, without the knowledge of which oth…
unmask one's batteries
To begin a decisive action, especially one that reveals one’s true str…
culture hero
A mythical character or real person who is renowned as the exemplar of…
for real and for true
Genuinely; truly.