pretences Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition plural noun. false appearances or claims to something. Example Sentence He wanted to obtain money under false pretences. More Example Sentences Pretences can mislead people easily. Synonyms deception; guise; facade Antonyms truth; honesty; reality Hear It! Say It! Write It! pretences Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: