Affirmation
Affirmation noun - A solemn and often public declaration of the truth or existence of something.
Pretext and affirmation are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Pretext" instead a noun "Affirmation".
Pretext
Pretext noun - Something serving to conceal plans; a fictitious reason that is concocted in order to conceal the real reason.
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Synonyms for Pretext
Affirmation and pretext are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Affirmation" instead a noun "Pretext".
Nearby Word: pretexting
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How words are described
| actual | actual affirmation | actual pretext |
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