Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Pretexts.
Pretexts - as a noun
Something serving to conceal plans; a fictitious reason that is concocted in order to conceal the real reason
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stalking-horseHypernyms (Closely Related)
dissemblingfeigningpretencepretenseHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He always comes up with pretexts to avoid doing homework."
"She made up several pretexts to cancel the meeting."
"The thief used various pretexts to enter the building."
"He always finds pretexts to avoid going to social events."
"She used various pretexts to delay the meeting."
Word Game Points
Is PRETEXTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pretexts is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PRETEXTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is PRETEXTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pretexts is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPRETEXTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is PRETEXTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pretexts is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPRETEXTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.