Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fient

Noun
/fi-ˈent/
Definition
A deceitful act or trick; a feint.
Examples
  • In the midst of the fight, he executed a fient to confuse his opponent.
  • She used a fient to throw off the search party, leading them in the wrong direction.
Meaning
A fient refers to a deceptive maneuver, often used to divert attention or mislead someone.
Synonyms
  • Feign
  • Trick
  • Deception
  • Ruse