What is another word for ostensibly?
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What does ostensibly mean in english?
What does ostensibly mean in french?
Pronunciation:
[ ɒstˈɛnsəbli], [ ɒstˈɛnsəbli], [ ɒ_s_t_ˈɛ_n_s_ə_b_l_i]
Ostensibly is a word that is used when referring to something that appears to be true or real, but may not always be. There are several synonyms that can be used in place of ostensibly such as purportedly, allegedly, seemingly, apparently, and outwardly. Purportedly describes a situation where the truth of a thing must still be determined, while allegedly is specific to situations where a claim is being made against another party. Seemingly and apparently both convey that something appears to be technically true, but there may be hidden factors at play. Lastly, outwardly implies the most superficial truth about something. All of these synonyms can be used in situations where ostensibly is required, depending on the nuance required.
Related words: ostensibly meaning, ostensibly phrased, seemingly
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Similar words for ostensibly:
- other relevant words (adverb)
- outwardly (adverb)
- apparently (adverb)
- doubtless (adverb)
- evidently (adverb)
- other relevant words (adverb)
- superficially (adverb)
- on the face of it (noun)
- other synonyms
- other relevant words
- other relevant words (noun)
Synonyms for Ostensibly:
adv
• Other relevant words: (adverb)- reputedly,
- at a glance,
- it appears that,
- apparently,
- once over lightly,
- ignorantly,
- at first glance,
- without doubt,
- not thoroughly,
- extraneously,
- doubtless,
- plausibly,
- seemingly,
- incontestably,
- superficially,
- speciously,
- tangibly,
- patently,
- to all appearances,
- on the face of it,
- evidently,
- visibly,
- not profoundly,
- unmistakably,
- all appearances,
- it seems,
- professedly,
- it would seem,
- indisputably,
- outwardly,
- flimsily,
- to the casual eye,
- incontrovertibly,
- unequivocally,
- frivolously,
- at first sight,
- it seems that,
- intuitively,
- no ifs ands or buts,
- Ostensively,
- in all likelihood.
adv.
• apparently (adverb)- for all intents and purposes,
- supposedly,
- on the surface,
- sensibly,
- on the face,
- officially,
- at first blush,
- to the eye.
n.
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- on paper,
- to all intents and purposes,
- not necessarily,
- purportedly,
- the jury is still out (on),
- professed,
- in theory,
- for show.
- face.
Other synonyms:
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- externally.
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- show.
- markedly,
- distinct,
- possibly,
- demonstrable,
- synthetically,
- clear,
- obvious,
- ostensible,
- conspicuous,
- obviously,
- pronounced,
- strikingly,
- outstanding,
- reasonably,
- noticeably,
- erroneously,
- explicit,
- presumably,
- notably,
- boldly,
- notoriously,
- presumptively,
- as a pretext,
- marked,
- definitely,
- fictitiously,
- undeniable,
- pronouncedly,
- blatantly,
- flagrantly,
- as a cover,
- palpable,
- overt,
- feasibly,
- naked,
- palpably,
- distinctly,
- unmistakable,
- staringly,
- demonstrably,
- eminent,
- in appearance,
- spuriously,
- obtrusively,
- apparent,
- avowedly,
- glaringly,
- putatively,
- prominently,
- conceivably,
- decisive,
- glaring,
- plainly,
- outstandingly,
- extrinsically,
- believably,
- falsely,
- apologetic,
- prominent,
- evident,
- as an excuse,
- manifest,
- Saliently,
- factitiously,
- plain,
- conspicuously,
- patent,
- untruly,
- in name only,
- clearly,
- nominally,
- flagrant,
- as it seems,
- bogusly,
- prima facie,
- visible,
- alleged,
- pretended,
- artificially,
- Arrantly,
- unnaturally.
How to use "Ostensibly" in context?
In English, "ostensibly" is a word used in place of "apparently." For example, a person might say, "I ostensibly went to the store to buy groceries, but I actually went to visit my Aunt." "Ostensibly" is used to introduce a plausible alternative explanation for what a person is saying.
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Equivalence
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Adverb
purportedly.
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Adverb
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Independent
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Adverb
admittedly, allegedly, blatantly, clearly, considerably, conspicuously, demonstrably, evidently, formally, manifestly, markedly, noticeably, notoriously, obviously, officially, outwardly, patently, plainly, presumably, reportedly, self-evidently, significantly, substantially, superficially, visibly.
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Other Related
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Adverb
apparently, ostentatiously, seemingly, supposedly.
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