feinting

The word “feinting” has 2 syllables: feint-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈfeɪntɪŋ/


What is synonym and antonym for feinting?

In the thesaurus, “feinting” has 25 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for feinting along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for feinting

Meanings of feinting

  • verb
    1. To make a feint, or mock attack.

Example Sentences

  • The boxer kept feinting to tire out his opponent before the real attack.
  • She was skilled at feinting left while planning to move right.
  • By feinting retreat, the army lured the enemy into an ambush.
  • His constant feinting confused the defender during the match.
  • The player won the point by feinting a shot in one direction and hitting in another.

On this page you'll find 25 synonyms or another words to feinting, such as: acting, affecting, assuming, bluffing, camouflaging, concealing, counterfeiting.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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making a pretense

making a show

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