Tom Holland on Living a Fake Life

to try to do something that is difficult

everyone struggles

difficultyproblem

Susceptible to physical or emotional harm

He felt vulnerable after the breakup.

exposeddefenselesssensitive

To give the appearance of being, feeling, possessing, or performing (something) when one is not

If you are pretending, start with one small change.

feigningsimulatingacting

More relaxed and free from stress or agitation

I felt calmer after the meditation session.

peacefultranquilcomposed

Kept private or secret; concealed

one hidden life

secretprivateconfidential

Relating to or affecting all people

In public, I was the strong, funny guy.

openexposedsocial

the state or quality of being widely known or celebrated

achieve fame

popularityreputationrenown

Give an account in words of (someone or something), including all the relevant characteristics, qualities, or events

How did Tom describe being vulnerable after his changes?

recountnarratedetailportray

To continue to have or hold (something); to not lose or get rid of

I kept the secret.

retainholdmaintain

at some time in the past

But you once said, “I was addicted to a fake life”.

formerlypreviously

A male given name

Tom is going to the store.

Thomas

To make (something) clear, plain, or intelligible

Can you explain the process?

elucidateclarifydescribe