Synonyms for

Feint

Verb / feɪnt / Another word for feint — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a deceptive or pretended blow, thrust, or other movement, especially in boxing or fencing.

Synonyms & similar words

pretend simulate fake distract decoy deceive mislead trick bluff dissemble camouflage sham falsehood illusion pretext ploy trickery artifice ruse subterfuge

Example sentences

  1. The boxer made a feint to the left to trick his opponent.
  2. The fencer used a feint to distract his opponent and score a point.
  3. She made a feint of running towards the goal and then passed the ball to her teammate.
  4. He made a feint of throwing the ball and then handed it off to his running back.
  5. The magician used a feint to make it seem like he had made the coin disappear.

Quotes

  • The truest cunning is that which enables us to feign stupidity.
  • Feint not pleasure when it comes.
  • The best way to avoid a punch is to feint.

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