feigning

[ˈfeɪnɪŋ]

feigning Definition

  • 1pretend to be affected by (a feeling, state, or injury).
  • 2invent (a story or excuse).
  • 3simulate or imitate (something) deceptively.

Using feigning: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "feigning" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She feigned nervousness to avoid the interview.

  • Example

    He feigned interest in her stories.

  • Example

    She feigned a headache to get out of the meeting.

  • Example

    He feigned innocence when he was caught stealing.

feigning Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for feigning

Phrases with feigning

  • to pretend not to know something

    Example

    He feigned ignorance when asked about the missing money.

  • to pretend to be dead

    Example

    The opossum feigned death when it saw the predator.

  • to pretend to be surprised

    Example

    She feigned surprise when she received the award.

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Summary: feigning in Brief

Feigning [ˈfeɪnɪŋ] is the act of pretending to have a feeling, state, or injury, inventing a story or excuse, or simulating or imitating something deceptively. It is often used to avoid something or deceive someone. Examples include 'She feigned nervousness to avoid the interview' and 'He feigned innocence when he was caught stealing.' Phrases include 'feign ignorance,' 'feign death,' and 'feign surprise.'