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SEMBLANCE definition: 1. a situation or condition that is similar to what is wanted or expected, but is not exactly as…. Learn more.
Semblance is all about illusion. Cramming all of your dirty clothes into the closet gives the semblance, or false appearance, that you've done your laundry — but the stench might give you away.
The meaning of SEMBLANCE is outward and often specious appearance or show : form. How to use semblance in a sentence.
an assumed or unreal appearance; show. Synonyms: seeming. the slightest appearance or trace. a likeness, image, or copy. a spectral appearance; apparition. semblance. / ˈsɛmbləns / noun. outward appearance, esp without any inner substance or reality. a resemblance or copy.
SEMBLANCE meaning: 1. a situation or condition that is similar to what is wanted or expected, but is not exactly as…. Learn more.
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.
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 )]
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.
False, assumed, or deceiving form or appearance. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. More Noun Definitions (1) Synonyms: whisker. whisper. whiff. trace. touch. tinge. shadow. shade. intimation.
Definition of semblance noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
