Pretended Definition & Meaning
pretended
- adjective
- adopted in order to deceive; "an assumed name"; "an assumed cheerfulness"; "a fictitious address"; "fictive sympathy"; "a pretended interest"; "a put-on childish voice"; "sham modesty"
"Pretended" in song lyrics
See how pretended is used in real songs:
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"Those who pretended"
Dream Warriors — Dreamwarriors.com -
"Feet to cement, I walk away because you pretended"
The Grouch f/ Eligh — Neglected -
"I'm real in the field with the skill, you pretended"
La the Darkman & Willie the Kid — Get the World High
Words that rhyme with pretended
Usage tips for "pretended"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "pretended" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for pretended to find words that pair well.