feigning

[US]/ˈfeɪnɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈfeɪnɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to pretend or give a false appearance; to invent a false excuse or reason

Phrases & Collocations

feigning interest

feigning innocence

feigning surprise

feigning illness

feigning ignorance

feigning happiness

feigning confidence

feigning enthusiasm

feigning fatigue

feigning knowledge

Example Sentences

she was feigning interest in the conversation.

he was feigning a smile to hide his disappointment.

the child was feigning illness to skip school.

they were feigning friendship to gain trust.

she caught him feigning surprise at the party.

he was feigning confidence during the interview.

she was feigning ignorance about the situation.

the actor was feigning emotions for the role.

he was feigning fatigue to avoid the workout.

they were feigning enthusiasm to please their boss.

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