Definitions

1. verb

to pretend or feign; to put on a show or appearance of something

“The company protended to be eco-friendly, but their actions told a different story.”

2. verb

to extend or project something in a particular direction

“The architect protended the building’s design to create a futuristic look.”

3. verb

to give a hint or suggestion of something

“The politician protended that they would increase funding for education if elected.”

4. noun

a pretence or show of something

“The charity event was just a protend of the company’s true charitable intentions.”