made a pretense

The phrase “made a pretense” has 4 syllables: made a pre-tense.

It's pronounced as /meɪd ə prɪˈtɛns/.


What is synonym and antonym for made a pretense?

In the thesaurus, “made a pretense” has 3 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for made a pretense along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for made a pretense

Example Sentences

  • Uncomfortable with the attention, she made a pretense of being engrossed in her book.
  • In the crowded room, he made a pretense of being busy on his phone to avoid conversation.
  • She made a pretense of enjoying the party, though her mind was elsewhere.
  • As the unexpected guest arrived, the host made a pretense of delight, hiding any surprise.
  • He made a pretense of understanding the complex topic during the meeting, nodding thoughtfully.

On this page you'll find 3 synonyms or another words to made a pretense, such as: made a show, made believe, pretended.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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