Definition

Not genuine or real; something that is pretended or made up.

Example

Her feigned interest in the conversation was obvious to everyone.

Conversation

Did you see how she acted during the presentation?

Yeah, it seemed like her enthusiasm was a bit feigned to me.

I thought so too! It felt like she was trying too hard to impress everyone.

Exactly! Genuine excitement is always better than a feigned performance.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Feigned → It originates from the Old French word 'feindre' (meaning to pretend or to feign), which itself comes from the Latin 'fingere' (meaning to shape or to form). The word 'feigned' means to pretend or to give a false appearance.

Memory Tip

Think of pretending or shaping something that isn't real — 'feigned' means to create a false impression.

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