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FEIGNS

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Feigns.

Feigns - as a verb

Make believe with the intent to deceive

Example: "He feigned that he was ill"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
affectdissemblepretendsham
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
beliemisrepresent
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Make a pretence of

Example: "She assumed indifference, even though she was seething with anger"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
assumeshamsimulate
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
actdissemblepretend
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He feigns ignorance whenever someone asks him about the incident."
"She often feigns sickness to avoid going to school."
"The actor feigns a smile while hiding his true emotions."
"The politician feigns concern about the environment for popularity."
"He feigns interest in art even though he doesn't understand it."
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Word Game Points

Is FEIGNS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, feigns is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FEIGNS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is FEIGNS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, feigns is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FEIGNS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is FEIGNS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, feigns is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FEIGNS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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