Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
play-act
verb
/ˈpleɪ.ækt/
Definition
To pretend to be something or someone, especially in a theatrical context.
Examples
- During the drama class, students were encouraged to play-act their favorite movie scenes.
- He began to play-act as if he were a famous actor during the skit.
Meaning
To engage in an act of imitation or deception, often for entertainment purposes.
Synonyms
- pretend
- simulate
- impersonate
