Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
put-on
phrasal verb
/ˈpʊt ɒn/
Definition
To pretend or act in a certain way; to feign.
Examples
- He was just putting on a show to impress everyone.
- Don’t put on that fake accent; it’s not necessary.
- She thought he was serious, but he was just putting on an act.
Meaning
The term ‘put-on’ refers to an act of pretending or adopting a false demeanor, often for humor or to deceive.
Synonyms
- Feign
- Act
- Impersonate
- Simulate
