pretence

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/ˈpɹiːtɛns/ English

Definitions

noun

An act of pretending or pretension; a false claim or pretext.
Something asserted or alleged on slight evidence; an unwarranted assumption.
Intention; design.

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Synonyms

feigning pretense pretext pretending pretension guise simulation sham hypocrisy farce travesty contention posturing mockery usurpation encroachment

Associated

argent whatsoever gules chevron azure witchcraft reigning induced ecclesiastical crest whatever arms

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