feint

Meanings

• Verb

  A false move or action intended to mislead an opponent or observer.

• Verb

  To deceive or trick by a feint.

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Pronunciation

1. /feɪ̯nt/
   
   
   
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2. /feɪ̯nt/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with feint
feints , pints , mints

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Variants

List of all variants of feint that leads to same result
feint , feints , feinted , feinting , faint , fainter , faintest , faintish , faintishness , faintishnesses , faintly , faintness , faintnesses , faints

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to strike lightly' in Old French, later came to mean 'to strike in a false or misleading way'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'feint' comes from the Old French word 'fenter', meaning 'to strike lightly'.

2. In fencing, a feint is a false attack intended to distract the opponent and create an opening for a real attack.

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Related Concepts

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1. Ruse: A clever or cunning plan, often involving deceit or trickery.

2. Bluff: A feint or deception intended to influence an opponent's actions or beliefs.

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Culture

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In literature, feints are often used in swordplay and martial arts to mislead opponents. In music, a feint is a subtle variation in melody or rhythm to create interest and surprise.

How to Memorize "feint"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine someone making a false move during a game or competition to confuse their opponent.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'feint' with the idea of misdirection or deception.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word 'feint' as 'False Effort Intended To Nudge'.

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