Pretense meaning in English

Learn how to use Pretense correctly with Gymglish.
Test and improve your English. Start your free trial today.

TEST YOUR ENGLISH Free trial and no commitment to buy
4,6 on App Store, Play Store and Trustpilot
More than 7 million learners worldwide

Definition

(artistic) pretense: (artistic) display, posturing, false appearance, posing, façade noun
(under false) pretenses: (under false) claims, excuses, pretexts, guises noun
He brought me here under false pretenses. He told me we were going to go for ice cream, not to a prison.
  • "You know, horror is the only genre left that can lay claim to any pretense of artistic relevance in this day and age."

Still unsure of the best way to use 'Pretense'? Improve your English thanks to our online English lessons. We offer a free test as well as a free level assessment!

What our users say:

Pleasure

         

I enjoy doing my online English lessons. Only ten minutes daily are enough...Thank you!

Innovative

         

I love your innovative method which allows me to learn a new language and have fun at the same time!

Unique

         

Your method is unique! Your courses have helped me to progress and gain confidence during my travels.

Progress

         

Gymglish has allowed me to improve my English. A daily routine I wouldn't miss for anything in the world!

More testimonials.

Test your English with Gymglish today and get a free level assessment

Absolutely free - no strings attached.

TEST YOUR ENGLISH