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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pretenders

/prɪˈtɛndərz/ noun · British & US
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What does pretenders mean?

noun

People who pretend to be something they are not, often in a way that is considered false or insincere. Individuals who claim to have a particular status, quality, or ability that they do not actually possess.

Example

"The politician's opponents accused him of being a pretender to the throne, as he had no legitimate claim to the position."

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