How to pronounce“pretense”in English
IPA/ˈpɹiːtɛns/
Syllablespre·tense
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noun
The action of pretending; false or simulated show or appearance; false or hypocritical assertion or representation.
“He visited the king under the pretense of friendliness.”
noun
Affectation or ostentation of manner.
“She was a plain-speaking woman without a hint of pretense.”
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