pretends
verbDivide pretends into syllables:
pre · tends
How to pronounce pretends:
Definition of pretends:
- pretends (verb):
- to claim or give the appearance of (something untrue)
- to give a false appearance of being, possessing, or performing
Synonyms for pretends:
assumeprofessallegefeignfakecounterfeitdissemblesfakesdissimulatedissembleShow 6 more
Antonyms for pretends:
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