pretext Meaning and Definition
Urdu Meanings
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حیلہ کرنا
heela karna
بہانہ کرنا
bahana karna
عذر کرنا
uzar karna
Definitions
English definition for pretext
1. n. an artful or simulated semblance
2. n. something serving to conceal plans; a fictitious reason that is concocted in order to conceal the real reason
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A pretext (adj: pretextual) is an excuse to do something or say something that is not accurate. Pretexts may be based on a half-truth or developed in the context of a misleading fabrication.
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Synonyms and Antonyms for pretext
Synonyms affectation alibi appearance bluff cleanup cloak color coloring copout cover cover story cover-up device excuse face feint fig leaf fish story fish tale front guise mask masquerade plea ploy pretense reason red herring right routine ruse semblance show simulation stall stratagem subterfuge veil
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