Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

feignedly

adverb

/ˈfeɪndədli/

Definition

In a manner that is not genuine or sincere; pretending to be something one is not.

Examples

She feignedly expressed concern for his well-being, but her lack of eye contact revealed her true intentions.
He feignedly laughed at the joke, but it was clear he didn’t find it funny.

Meaning

Feignedly refers to an action done in a way that is insincere or artificial, often to deceive others or to pretend to have feelings or qualities that one does not actually possess.