Pretense - Crossword Clue

Q: What's the best solution for Pretense?

The most likely answer for the crossword clue Pretense is ACT. Other possible answers include AIRS, FACADE, GUISE, PUTON, RUSE, SHAM.

Q: How many solutions are there for Pretense?

We have found 7 possible answers for the crossword clue Pretense.

Q: Which crosswords feature clues like Pretense?

Clues like Pretense often appear in daily crosswords from publications such as The Daily Telegraph Toughie, The Guardian Quiptic, The Sunday Telegraph, Daily Mail Quick, Mail on Sunday, among others.

Crossword Clue Last Updated: 20/05/2026

Below are possible answers for the crossword clue Pretense.

3 letter answer(s) to pretense

ACT

a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body
a manifestation of insincerity; "he put on quite an act for her benefit"
a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program;
a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet
be engaged in an activity, often for no particular purpose other than pleasure
be suitable for theatrical performance; "This scene acts well"
behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself; "You should act like an adult"; "Don't behave like a fool"; "What makes her do this way?"; "The dog acts ferocious, but he is really afraid of people"
behave unnaturally or affectedly; "She's just acting"
discharge one's duties; "She acts as the chair"; "In what capacity are you acting?"
Formal decisions, laws, or the like, by a legislature, ruler, court, or other authority; decrees or edicts; statutes;

4 letter answer(s) to pretense

AIRS

a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing; "an air of mystery"; "the house had a neglected air"; "an atmosphere of defeat pervaded the candidate's headquarters"; "the place had an aura of romance"
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of; "air pollution"; "a smell of chemicals in the air"; "open a window and let in some air"; "I need some fresh air"
a slight wind (usually refreshing); "the breeze was cooled by the lake"; "as he waited he could feel the air on his neck"
a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence;
affected manners intended to impress others; "don't put on airs with me"
be broadcast; "This show will air Saturdays at 2 P.M."
broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television; "We cannot air this X-rated song"
expose to cool or cold air so as to cool or freshen; "air the old winter clothes"; "air out the smoke-f

RUSE

a deceptive maneuver (especially to avoid capture)
Trick

SHAM

a person who makes deceitful pretenses
adopted in order to deceive; "an assumed name"; "an assumed cheerfulness"; "a fictitious address"; "fictive sympathy"; "a pretended interest"; "a put-on childish voice"; "sham modesty"
False
make a pretence of; "She assumed indifference, even though she was seething with anger"; "he feigned sleep"
make believe with the intent to deceive;
something that is a counterfeit; not what it seems to be

6 letter answer(s) to pretense

FACADE

a showy misrepresentation intended to conceal something unpleasant
the face or front of a building

5 letter answer(s) to pretense

GUISE

an artful or simulated semblance; "under the guise of friendship he betrayed them"

PUTON

Frequently asked questions about ‘Pretense’

What's the best solution for Pretense?

The most likely answer for the crossword clue Pretense is ACT. Other possible answers include AIRS, FACADE, GUISE, PUTON, RUSE, SHAM.

How many solutions are there for Pretense?

We have found 7 possible answers for the crossword clue Pretense.

Which crosswords feature clues like Pretense?

Clues like Pretense often appear in daily crosswords from publications such as The Daily Telegraph Toughie, The Guardian Quiptic, The Sunday Telegraph, Daily Mail Quick, Mail on Sunday, among others.

Clue	Answers
Trick	18
Con	12
Fake	12
Kid	9
Affected	8
Flimflam	8
Phony	8
Appear	7
Appearance	7
Decree	7
Dodge	7
Front	7
Hoax	7
Not real	7
Bogus	6
Don	6
Function	6
Imitation	6
Counterfeit	5
Deception	5
False front	5
It's the law	5
Operate	5
Shows	5
Veneer	5
Affectation	4
Deed	4
Diversion	4
Make-believe	4
Ploy	4
Pretend	4
Subterfuge	4
Feign	3
Feigned	3
Fraud	3
Jest	3
Machination	3
Melodies	3
Mockery	3
Perform	3
Play part	3
Show piece?	3
Stratagem	3
Undertaking	3
Artifice	2
Bedding item	2
Broadcasts	2
Cunning scheme	2
Deceit	2
Deceptive manoeuvre	2

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