feigns

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

Translation

v.to pretend or disguise; to fabricate (an excuse, reason, etc.)

Phrases & Collocations

feigns interest

feigns ignorance

feigns surprise

feigns illness

feigns happiness

feigns confidence

feigns concern

feigns fatigue

feigns indifference

feigns joy

Example Sentences

she feigns interest in his stories.

he feigns illness to avoid the meeting.

she feigns happiness at the party.

he feigns confidence during the presentation.

they feign surprise at the announcement.

she feigns ignorance about the situation.

he feigns joy when receiving the gift.

she feigns sleep to avoid talking.

he feigns enthusiasm for the project.

they feign friendship for personal gain.

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