Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Pretence.
How to pronounce pretence:
US
Pretence - as a noun
An artful or simulated semblance
Example: "Under the guise of friendship he betrayed them"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
guise6pretense10pretext16Pretending with intention to deceive
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dissembling17feigning13pretense10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
deceit9deception14misrepresentationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of giving a false appearance
Example: "His conformity was only pretending"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
feigning13pretending14pretense10simulation12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
deceit9deception14dissembling17dissimulation16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She maintained a pretence of indifference, but inside she was hurting."
"He put on a pretence of being interested in the conversation."
"The couple tried to keep up the pretence of a happy marriage."
"His apology seemed like nothing more than a pretence."
"She made a pretence of checking her phone to avoid eye contact."
Word Game Points
Is PRETENCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pretence is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PRETENCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is PRETENCE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pretence is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPRETENCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is PRETENCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pretence is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPRETENCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
