Meaning ofpretendin English

Verb

1. to engage in imaginative play
   The children will pretend to be superheroes during recess.
2. to give a false appearance; deceive
   She tried to pretend that she was not hurt by his words.
3. to feign or simulate (an action, emotion, etc.)
   The actor will pretend to be angry in the scene.
4. to falsely claim or allege something; deceive
   She tried to pretend that she knew the answer to the question.
5. to claim (ability, status, etc.); make a false assertion
   He will pretend to have a doctorate from a prestigious university.
6. to claim or assert a status (or ability)
   The company will pretend to offer a discount to attract more customers.