Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Feign.
How to pronounce feign:
US
Feign - as a verb
Make believe with the intent to deceive
Example: "He feigned that he was ill"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
affect14dissemble14pretend10sham9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
belie7misrepresent16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Make a pretence of
Example: "She assumed indifference, even though she was seething with anger"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
assume8sham9simulate10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
act5dissemble14pretend10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He tried to feign surprise when he heard the news."
"She would often feign illness to avoid going to school."
"The suspect attempted to feign innocence during the interrogation."
"He always feigns confidence, even when he is unsure of himself."
"She feigned interest in his story, but was actually bored."
Word Game Points
Is FEIGN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, feign is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FEIGN has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is FEIGN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, feign is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFEIGN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is FEIGN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, feign is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFEIGN has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
