Pretext and Vanity

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

Vanity and pretext are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Vanity" instead a noun "Pretext".

Nearby Word: pretexting

Vanity

Vanity noun - An often unjustified feeling of being pleased with oneself or with one's situation or achievements.

Pretext and vanity are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Pretext" instead a noun "Vanity".

How words are described

shallow shallow pretext shallow vanity
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