Meaning Of The Word Ostensible

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ostensible
Ostensible is used to describe something that seems to be true or is officially stated to be true, but about which you or other people have doubts.

ostensible in American English
apparent; seeming; professed
adjective: outwardly appearing as such; professed; pretended

ostensible in British English
adjective: apparent; seeming

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