Feign Synonyms and Antonyms

fān
To contrive and present as genuine
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. pretend
  2. simulate
  3. invent
  4. counterfeit
  5. fake
  6. sham
  7. fabricate
  8. assume
  9. affect
  10. dissemble
Antonyms:
  1. be true
To behave affectedly or insincerely or take on a false or misleading appearance of
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. act
  2. counterfeit
  3. dissemble
  4. fake
  5. play-act
  6. pose
  7. pretend
  8. put-on
  9. sham
  10. simulate
To claim or allege insincerely or falsely
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. pretend
  2. profess
Synonyms:
(Adjective)
  1. artificial
  2. feigned
  3. fictitious
Synonyms:
(Noun)
  1. malingering

Words Related to Feign

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Related:

  1. honest
  2. true
  3. seized-with
  4. unconcealed

Feign Sentence Examples

  • Cassie drew her brows down to feign a stern expression.

  • The kids always feign sleep when I go in to check on them.

  • If they served something she couldn't eat, she'd feign illness.

  • I wish you wouldn't feign illness on every first day of school.

  • If you're feeling down, feign a quick smile to help boost your mood.

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