ostensibly
The word “ostensibly” has 4 syllables: os-ten-si-bly
It's pronounced as /ɑːˈstɛn.sə.bli/
What is synonym and antonym for ostensibly?
In the thesaurus, “ostensibly” has 38 synonyms and 4 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for ostensibly along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for ostensibly
- allegedly
- apparently
- assumably
- assuredly
- believably
- clearly
- conceivably
- credibly
- distinctly
- evidently
- externally
- likely
- manifestly
- maybe
- mayhap
- obviously
- on the surface
- ostensively
- outwardly
- perchance
- perhaps
- plainly
- positively
- possibly
- presumably
- presumedly
- probably
- professedly
- purportedly
- putatively
- reportedly
- reputedly
- seemingly
- self-evidently
- supposably
- supposedly
- surely
- visibly
Antonyms for ostensibly
- implausibly
- impossibly
- improbably
- incredibly
Meanings of ostensibly
- adverb
- (modal) Seemingly, apparently, on the surface.
Example Sentences
- The project was ostensibly designed to help the poor, but it ended up benefiting wealthy investors.
- He was ostensibly calm during the debate, though his clenched fists told another story.
- The plan was ostensibly simple, yet it required months of preparation.
- She joined the group ostensibly to volunteer, but her true motive was networking.
- The company ostensibly promotes environmental values while continuing harmful production practices.
On this page you'll find 42 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ostensibly, such as: allegedly, apparently, assumably, assuredly, believably, clearly, conceivably.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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