ostensible

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(os-ten-si-ble) 4 syllables

Definition

adjective. seeming to be true but not necessarily so.

Example Sentence

Her ostensible interest is aimed to gather gossip.

More Example Sentences

Her ostensible friendliness was not sincere.

Synonyms

apparent; seeming; superficial

Antonyms

hidden; real; genuine

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Rhymes

  • sensible

  • compensable
  • defensible
  • dispensable
  • ostensible

  • comprehensible
  • indefensible
  • indispensable
  • reprehensible

  • incomprehensible
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