made believe

The phrase “made believe” has 3 syllables: made be-lieve

It's pronounced as /meɪd bɪˈlɪv/


What is synonym and antonym for made believe?

In the thesaurus, “made believe” has 3 synonyms.

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


Synonyms for made believe

  • assumed
  • pretended
  • simulated

Example Sentences

  • In the backyard, the children enthusiastically made believe they were pirates on a daring adventure.
  • The actor skillfully made believe he was a superhero, captivating the young audience.
  • During the playdate, the kids joyfully made believe they were characters from their favorite storybooks.
  • The imaginative storyteller encouraged the children to made believe they were exploring a magical realm.
  • In the schoolyard, the friends often made believe they were characters from their favorite fantasy series.

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

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