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ostensible

The word “ostensible” has 4 syllables: os-ten-si-ble

It's pronounced as /ɑːˈstɛn.sə.bəl/

What is synonym and antonym for ostensible?

In the thesaurus, “ostensible” has 47 synonyms and 19 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for ostensible along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for ostensible

Antonyms for ostensible

Meanings of ostensible

  • adjective
    1. Apparent, evident; meant for open display.
    2. Appearing as such; being such in appearance; professed, supposed (rather than demonstrably true or real).

Example Sentences

  • The ostensible reason for the meeting was to discuss budgets, but the real issue was leadership changes.
  • His ostensible kindness hid a desire to gain influence over others.
  • The company’s ostensible goal is to improve customer service, yet profits seem to be the main focus.
  • She gave an ostensible excuse for being late, though everyone suspected the truth.
  • The ostensible purpose of the charity event was to raise awareness, but it mostly served as a publicity opportunity.

On this page you'll find 66 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ostensible, such as: actual, alleged, apparent, assumed, authenticated, claimed, clear.

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