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Pretence means a false display of emotion or ability. It occurs when a person pretends to feel, think, or act a certain way, when the opposite is true. For instance, in order to make myself appear brave, I might lie to my friends and tell them that I rescued a child from a burning building, when in reality I am fearful and withdrawn. "Crocodile tears" -- that is, forcing oneself to weep without feeling sadness -- are also a kind of pretence.
A false excuse is also called a pretence. For example, a thief may approach a homeowner, claiming that, due to an emergency, he must use a phone; his request is actually a pretence for getting inside the home and searching for valuables. He is pretending to be innocent and using a lie to cover up a dishonest motive.
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How do you use pretence in a sentence?
The kid is pretence.
What is charge for false pretence contrary?
how is the charge foe false pretence contrary
What is a sham?
A pretence or a trick.
How do you spell pretence?
That is correct spelling
Absurd pretence - seven letters?
charade
What is a five letter word for pretence?
cover, guise, stunt
The pretense of curing a disease?
The pretence of curing disease is called?
What is the definition of bravado?
Bravado is a pretence of courage, a false show of bravery.
What are synonyms for guise?
form, appearance, shape, aspect, mode, semblance, pretence, disguise
How do you know when your bf is serious when he says he love you and not just pretence?
Check for body language signals that he is lying
How do you use the word pretence in a sentence?
You can drop the pretense now. We all know you're faking your injuries.
What does the German word Shien mean?
There is no such word in German. The closest words are Schiene or Schein.Schiene: Rail; splint; bar; ribSchein: bank note (UK), bill (US); glow; flash; semblence; ticket, shine; appearance; pretence; pretext
