Meaning & Definition of Pretext in English
English⟶
Pretext
/pritɛkst/
noun
1. Something serving to conceal plans
- A fictitious reason that is concocted in order to conceal the real reason
synonym:
- pretext,
- stalking-horse
2. An artful or simulated semblance
- "Under the guise of friendship he betrayed them"
synonym:
- guise,
- pretense,
- pretence,
- pretext
Examples of using
He came to my house on the pretext of seeing me.