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Definition of Pretend
Pretend
pre·tend

Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To feign or simulate something, often to deceive or for amusement.

e.g. The child will pretend to be a superhero to feel more confident.

(verb)
to falsely claim or assert something, to fake that one feels or possesses something;

e.g. They will all pretend sadness even though they are secretly rejoicing.

(verb)
to engage in a game of fantasy or imagination;

e.g. When we were little, my siblings and I would pretend to fight dragons.

(verb)
to feign one's claim to a title or quality;

e.g. She was unable to pretend ignorance for any longer.

(adjective)
in informal usage, imaginary or made-up, especially being a non-functioning imitation of something;

e.g. The children spoke to their pretend companion as if she was really there. They played with pretend swords.

(adjective)
false and not genuine;

e.g. The thieves stole the jewels and left pretend ones in their place.


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  • "Pretend that every single person you meet has a sign around his or her neck that says 'Make me feel important'." -- Mary Kay Ash


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