pretend
Pronunciation: [prɪˈtɛnd]
Word
Context: “games”
(verb) to act like something is real or true, even when it is not. Kids often pretend to be superheroes or animals when they play, using their imagination.
Example
The children pretended to be pirates as they played in the backyard.
Example
He didn't pretend that he was happy when he was actually feeling sad.
Example
What did you pretend to be during the school play?
Context: “deception”
(verb) to make someone believe something that is not true. This can be like telling a lie or faking something.
Example
She pretended to be sick to avoid going to school.
Example
He didn't pretend to be someone he's not; he showed his true self.
Example
Why did she pretend to have lost her voice?
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