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- Dictionarysemblance/ˈsɛmbləns/
noun
- 1. the outward appearance or apparent form of something, especially when the reality is different: "she tried to force her thoughts back into some semblance of order"
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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.
1. a. : outward and often specious appearance or show : form. wrapped in a semblance of composure Harry Hervey. b. : modicum. has been struggling to get some semblance of justice for his people Bayard Rustin. 2. : aspect, countenance. 3. a. : a phantasmal form : apparition. b. : image, likeness. 4. : actual or apparent resemblance.
SEMBLANCE meaning: 1. a situation or condition that is similar to what is wanted or expected, but is not exactly as…. Learn more.
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.
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. SIMILAR WORDS: apˈpearance. Webster’s New World College Dictionary, 4th Edition. Copyright © 2010 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.
Semblance Definition. sĕmbləns. Meanings. Synonyms. Sentences. Definition Source. Word Forms. Origin. Noun. Filter. noun. Outward form or appearance; aspect. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. Seeming likeness; resemblance. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. A likeness, image, or representation. Webster's New World.
noun. /ˈsembləns/ [singular, uncountable] (formal) semblance of something a situation in which something seems to exist although this may not, in fact, be the case. The ceasefire brought about a semblance of order. Life at last returned to some semblance of normality. Extra Examples. Oxford Collocations Dictionary. Word Origin. Want to learn more?
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.
Definition of semblance. English dictionary and integrated thesaurus for learners, writers, teachers, and students with advanced, intermediate, and beginner levels.
'Semblance' refers to the outward appearance or perception of something, often in contrast to the underlying reality or truth. It emphasizes the idea that things may appear a certain way on the surface, creating an impression that can be deceptive or misleading.
