feign | SAT Word of the Day
Feign in Spain, then get on a train. (Sorry; I'm a dad and can't help myself sometimes.)
ℹ️ Part of speech of feign
feign is a VERB.
🗣️ Pronunciation of feign
feign is pronounced /feɪn/ or FAYN.
📚️ Definition of feign
To pretend or fake something, especially an emotion, illness, or injury. Example: feigning ignorance.
📰 Examples
Here are some examples of feign in usage:
After forgetting to study for the chemistry test, Jaime feigned a stomachache to get out of taking it. 🤒 His teacher was onto him, of course.
Despite being utterly bored, Pretenda feigned enthusiasm during her brother's two-hour picture show of vacation photos. 📸
The sophomore knew the answer, but feigned confusion so that her classmate could have a chance to shine.