How Do You Spell FEINT?

Pronunciation: [fˈe͡ɪnt] (IPA)

Feint is a word that is pronounced as /feɪnt/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The word starts with the letter 'f', followed by the diphthong 'ei' which is represented as /eɪ/. The word ends with the letter 'n' which is pronounced as /n/. The spelling of the word 'feint' is derived from the Old French word 'feinte', which means 'deception' or 'trickery'. The usage of this word is mainly in sports, where it represents a deceptive move made to confuse the opponent.

FEINT Meaning and Definition

1. A feint, as defined by the dictionary, is a strategic maneuver or a deceptive movement made in an attempt to mislead or distract an opponent, usually in the context of combat or sports. It involves intentionally executing a false action or a misleading gesture to deceive the adversary and create a momentary illusion or diversion. The primary purpose of a feint is to bewilder the opponent, induce them to react, or create an opening for offense or defense.

   In combat, a feint is commonly employed as a tactical ploy to deceive an adversary and provoke a defensive reaction, subsequently creating an opportunity for a counterattack or a change in tactical position. It is often utilized in sword-fighting, martial arts, or military engagements to gain an advantage over the opposition.

   Similarly, in various sports like football, basketball, or boxing, a feint refers to a deceptive movement or maneuver executed by a player to outmaneuver their opponent, lure them into committing a defensive mistake, or create openings for scoring opportunities.

   The key characteristic of a feint is its intentional nature, where the person executing the feint has the deliberate aim of deceiving the opponent. It requires skill, precision, and timing to make the feint appear convincing and for it to be effective in achieving its desired outcome. Mastery over feinting techniques often distinguishes skilled practitioners from novices in competitive settings.

2. A pretence; a false appearance; a mock attack.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for FEINT *

• fient 40%
• feight 40%
• fint 20%

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Etymology of FEINT

The word "feint" originated from the Old French word "feindre" meaning "to pretend" or "to deceive". It can be further traced back to the Latin word "fingere" meaning "to shape" or "to form". The concept of the feint is associated with the idea of creating an appearance or illusion, hence the connection to the action of pretending or deceiving.

Similar spelling words for FEINT

• font,
• feign,
• feat,
• finn,
• feints,
• fit,
• fine,
• fined,
• Faints,
• fin,
• faint,
• feinted,
• Feet,
• fern,
• find,
• fend,
• fainter.

Plural form of FEINT is FEINTS

Conjugate verb Feint

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have feinted

you would have feinted

he/she/it would have feinted

we would have feinted

they would have feinted

I would have feint

you would have feint

he/she/it would have feint

we would have feint

they would have feint

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been feinting

you would have been feinting

he/she/it would have been feinting

we would have been feinting

they would have been feinting

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would feint

you would feint

he/she/it would feint

we would feint

they would feint

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be feinting

you would be feinting

he/she/it would be feinting

we would be feinting

they would be feinting

FUTURE

I will feint

you will feint

he/she/it will feint

we will feint

they will feint

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be feinting

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we will be feinting

they will be feinting

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have feinted

you will have feinted

he/she/it will have feinted

we will have feinted

they will have feinted

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been feinting

you will have been feinting

he/she/it will have been feinting

we will have been feinting

they will have been feinting

IMPERATIVE

you feint

we let´s feint

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to feint

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was feinting

you were feinting

he/she/it was feinting

we were feinting

they were feinting

PAST PARTICIPLE

feinted

PAST PERFECT

I had feinted

you had feinted

he/she/it had feinted

we had feinted

they had feinted

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been feinting

you had been feinting

he/she/it had been feinting

we had been feinting

they had been feinting

PRESENT

I feint

you feint

he/she/it feints

we feint

they feint

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am feinting

you are feinting

he/she/it is feinting

we are feinting

they are feinting

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

feinting

PRESENT PERFECT

I have feinted

you have feinted

he/she/it has feinted

we have feinted

they have feinted

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been feinting

you have been feinting

he/she/it has been feinting

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they have been feinting

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it feint

SIMPLE PAST

I feinted

you feinted

he/she/it feinted

we feinted

they feinted