Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pretendent
noun
/prɪˈtɛndənt/
Definition
A person who claims or pretends to have certain rights, qualities, or title.
Examples
- The pretendent to the throne had no real claim to power.
- She acted as if she were a knowledgeable expert, but in reality, she was just a pretendent.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who asserts themselves to be something they are not, often in a way that is deceptive or misleading.
Synonyms
- Claimant
- Imposter
- Pretender
- Usurper
