pretend

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/pɹɪˈtɛnd/ English

Definitions

verb

To claim, to allege, especially when falsely or as a form of deliberate deception.
To feign, affect (a state, quality, etc.).
To lay claim to (an ability, status, advantage, etc.). (originally used without to)
To make oneself appear to do or be doing something; to engage in make-believe.

adjective

Not really what it is represented as being; imaginary, feigned.“As children we used to go on "spying" missions around the neighbour's house, but it was all pretend.”

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Synonyms

feign make-believe sham dissemble affect play unreal act fake persuade spoof convince purport argue contend arguable

Associated

pretending lure jealous imaginary boyfriend girlfriend agrees happening happened know

Rhymes

contend comprehend apprehend transcend commend condescend attend portend mend friend

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