Let On

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Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /lɛt ɒn/

Definitions of let on

verb to reveal or disclose something that was previously hidden or secret

Example Sentences

A1 She didn't want to let on that she was scared of the dark.

A2 He tried to let on that he knew how to fix the computer, but he really had no idea.

B1 The teacher let on that the test would be difficult, but it turned out to be quite easy.

B2 The politician tried to let on that he was in favor of the new law, but his true feelings were evident.

C1 Despite his efforts to let on that he was fine, his friends could tell he was struggling with his health.

C2 She was a master at letting on that everything was under control, even in the most chaotic situations.

Examples of let on in a Sentence

formal He did not let on that he knew about the surprise party.

informal She didn't let on that she had already seen the movie.

slang I didn't let on that I had the answers to the test.

figurative The detective didn't let on that he had solved the case until the very end.

Grammatical Forms of let on

past tense

let on

plural

let on

comparative

more let on

superlative

most let on

present tense

let on

future tense

will let on

perfect tense

have let on

continuous tense

is letting on

singular

lets on

positive degree

let on

infinitive

to let on

gerund

letting on

participle

let on

Origin and Evolution of let on

First Known Use: 1300 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The phrase 'let on' originated from Middle English, specifically from the word 'letten' meaning to hinder or prevent.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'let on' has evolved to signify revealing or disclosing information, rather than hindering or preventing.