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ostensible

adjective

/ɒˈstɛnsəbl/

Meaning

stated or appearing to be true, but not necessarily so

His ostensible reason for leaving was illness, but many doubted it.

apparent, seeming, alleged, superficial

genuine, real, true

ostensible purpose, ostensible reason, ostensible motive, ostensible cause

likely to happen or be true, but not certain

characterized by strong, sudden bursts of wind

extremely dirty and unpleasant, often due to poverty or neglect

Rough in texture or manner; not smooth or refined.

extremely dry, especially because of heat or thirst

Relating to electricity produced by chemical action; sudden and dramatic.