PRETENDED
(adj.sat, verb)Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Pretended.
How to pronounce pretended:
US
Pretended - as an adjective satellite
Adopted in order to deceive
Example: "An assumed name"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
assumed10false8fictitious15fictive15sham9Pretended - as a 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.
To hold before, or put forward, as a cloak or disguise for something else; to exhibit as a veil for something hidden.
To intend; to design, to plot; to attempt.
To hold before one; to extend.
Example Sentences
"He wore a pretended smile to hide his disappointment."
"She made a pretended excuse for being late."
"The pretended confidence in his voice revealed his nervousness."
"They had a pretended friendship but secretly disliked each other."
"His pretended knowledge of the subject was quickly exposed."
Word Game Points
Is PRETENDED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pretended is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PRETENDED has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is PRETENDED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pretended is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPRETENDED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is PRETENDED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pretended is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPRETENDED has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
