pretexts

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun something serving to conceal plans; a fictitious reason that is concocted in order to conceal the real reason
  2. noun an artful or simulated semblance

Synonyms

pretext, stalking-horse

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