Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ostensible
Adjective
/ɒsˈtɛn.sə.bəl/
Definition
Apparent or seeming, often used to describe something that is stated to be true, but may not reflect the actual reality.
Examples
- His ostensible reason for quitting was personal growth, but many suspected there was more to the story.
- The ostensible purpose of the meeting was to discuss future projects, yet it quickly turned into a debate about budget cuts.
Meaning
Ostensibly refers to something that is presented or appears to be true but may not be the case upon deeper examination.
Synonyms
- apparent
- seemingly
- professed
- supposed
- alleged
