ostensibly in French
ostensibly in French is ostensiblement, en apparence, soi-disant — ostensibly means apparently or supposedly, based on what is claimed — often with the hint that the real reason might be different.
ostensibly in French
ostensiblement
(modal) Seemingly, apparently, on the surface; supposedly, according to representations or implications made by someone (especially when their motives are suspected by others).
en apparence
(modal) Seemingly, apparently, on the surface; supposedly, according to representations or implications made by someone (especially when their motives are suspected by others).
soi-disant
(modal) Seemingly, apparently, on the surface; supposedly, according to representations or implications made by someone (especially when their motives are suspected by others).
What does "ostensibly" mean?
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adv Apparently or supposedly, based on what is claimed — often with the hint that the real reason might be different.
"She left the meeting early, ostensibly to catch a flight."
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ostensibly in a sentence
- She left the meeting early, ostensibly to catch a flight.
- The company cut jobs ostensibly to save costs, though many suspected other motives.
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What is "ostensibly" in French?
"ostensibly" in French is ostensiblement, en apparence, soi-disant. ostensibly means: Apparently or supposedly, based on what is claimed — often with the hint that the real reason might be different.
How do you use "ostensibly" in a sentence?
Example: "She left the meeting early, ostensibly to catch a flight." In French, "ostensibly" is ostensiblement, en apparence, soi-disant.
Are there other ways to say "ostensibly" in French?
Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "ostensibly": ostensiblement, en apparence, soi-disant.
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