assumed
adjective
adopted in order to deceive; fictitious; pretended; feigned.
well-assumed
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a word derived from
assumed.
Example Sentences
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He came in with a well-assumed air of amusement, adopting a sarcastic tone, which he knew she particularly dreaded.
From Making Money by Owen Johnson
"I was a bit on last night," she said, with well-assumed humility.
From The Sailor by J. C. Snaith
"Quite right,—perfectly right," said Polly, with a well-assumed gravity.
From Sir Jasper Carew His Life and Experience by Charles James Lever
Elinor looked up with a well-assumed expression of rapture; Pauline's look of annoyance indicated that she obeyed greatly against her will.
From Love Works Wonders A Novel by Charlotte M. Brame
"Abdicated in all form," replied Roland, bowing with well-assumed humility; "as simple citizen, I propose that we elect a 'Queen,' to rule despotically in all things,—uncontrolled and irresponsible."
From Roland Cashel Volume II (of II) by Charles James Lever
