pretext
/ˈpriːtekst/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #5935 in the learning path
借口；托辞
Definitions
n. A stated reason that hides someone's real purpose.
借口；托辞
Example
He used a headache as a pretext to leave.
他以头痛为借口离开了。
Companies should not use economic uncertainty as a pretext for abandoning their environmental commitments.
企业不应以经济不确定性为借口，放弃其环保承诺。
Collocations
- under the pretext of
- a pretext for doing something
- on some pretext
Synonyms
- excuse
Usage tip
强调掩盖真实目的的借口；常接for或of。
FAQ
- What does pretext mean?
- A stated reason that hides someone's real purpose.
- How is pretext pronounced?
- UK /ˈpriːtekst/, US /ˈpriːtekst/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
