This is the 10427th most frequent Catalan word.
pretext
A reason given in justification of a course of action that is not the real reason; an excuse.
In this sentence, 'pretext' refers to a reason or excuse offered to conceal the authentic motivation behind an action.
Va utilitzar un pretext per evitar anar a la reunió.
He used a pretext to avoid going to the meeting.
Here, 'pretext' is employed to signify a justification that is considered insufficient or insubstantial for a given action.
No acceptaré cap pretext per infringir les normes.
I will not accept any pretext for breaking the rules.
In this context, 'pretext' highlights a superficial reason masking the true intent or purpose behind an activity or statement.