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The meaning of SEMBLANCE is outward and often specious appearance or show : form. How to use semblance in a sentence.
SEMBLANCE definition: 1. a situation or condition that is similar to what is wanted or expected, but is not exactly as…. Learn more.
Definitions of semblance. noun. an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading. “he hoped his claims would have a semblance of authenticity”. synonyms: color, colour, gloss, veneer. see more. noun. picture consisting of a graphic image of a person or thing. synonyms: likeness.
The form, likeness or image of a person or thing, considered in regard to another that is similar. Chiefly in phrases, as to the semblance of; to have or take the semblance of; in (the) semblance of, in likeness of, so as to resemble; † of a person's semblance, resembling him or her. c1374.
noun. outward aspect or appearance. Synonyms: air, mien, exterior, aspect. an assumed or unreal appearance; show. Synonyms: seeming. the slightest appearance or trace. a likeness, image, or copy. a spectral appearance; apparition. semblance.
SEMBLANCE meaning: 1. a situation or condition that is similar to what is wanted or expected, but is not exactly as…. Learn more.
1. outward aspect or appearance. 2. an assumed or unreal appearance; show. 3. the slightest appearance or trace. 4. a likeness, image, or copy. 5. a spectral appearance; apparition. [1250–1300; < Middle French, < sembl (er) to seem (see resemble )]
4 days ago · noun. 1. outward form or appearance; aspect. 2. seeming likeness; resemblance. 3. a likeness, image, or representation. 4. false, assumed, or deceiving form or appearance. 5. mere empty show; pretense.
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Semblance Definition. Outward form or appearance; aspect. Seeming likeness; resemblance. A likeness, image, or representation. The barest trace; a modicum. Not a semblance of truth to the story. False, assumed, or deceiving form or appearance.
