Vocab word of the week
noun
1.
something that is put forward to conceal a true purpose orobject; an ostensible reason; excuse: The leaders used theinsults as a pretext to declare war.
2.
the misleading appearance or behavior assumed with thisintention: His many lavish compliments were a pretext forsubtle mockery.
I like this word. I don't use it enough.
ReplyDeleteI think I'm in love with this word... will use it now on a daily bases :)
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