ostensible in a sentence
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Definition
Ostensible means appearing to be true or real, but not necessarily so; outwardly evident or stated.
Crossword clues for ostensible
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "ostensible".
- Seemingly true, but not necessarily real.
- Apparent, but possibly misleading.
- Outwardly visible, yet potentially deceptive.
- Looks genuine, though it may not be.
- Clearly shown, but perhaps not accurate.
Ostensible sentence examples
- Her ostensible reason for moving to the city was to pursue a new job opportunity.
- Despite his ostensible charm, many found him to be quite disingenuous.
- The ostensible purpose of the meeting was to discuss the project, but it quickly turned into a debate about budget cuts.
- She presented an ostensible interest in the charity, but her true motives were questioned by the board.
- The documentary exposed the ostensible benefits of the program, revealing deeper issues beneath the surface.