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The definition of pretence

6 Definitions of: pretence

    1. noun, the act of pretending
    2. noun, a false display; affectation
    3. noun, a claim, esp a false one, to a right, title, or distinction
    4. noun, make-believe or feigning
    5. noun, a false claim or allegation; pretext
    6. noun, a less common word for pretension
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Synonyms: invention, feign, guise, acting, deception, sham, fabricate, fake, simulation, deceit And more...
Antonyms: candour, reality
 

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