/prɪˈtɛnd/ – Verb
Definition: 1. đòi hỏi, yêu sách;
2. giả bộ, giả cách; làm ra vẻ.
A more thorough explanation: In legal terms, “pretend” means to make a false display of something, to simulate or feign an action or intention with the intent to deceive or mislead others.
Example: The defendant tried to pretend that he was not involved in the crime during the police interrogation.