OSTENSIBLY

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OSTENSIBLY

(adverb) : as it seems or is claimed, but not necessarily the reality ; Seemingly or Apparently.

Synonyms- Allegedly, Supposedly , Evidently, Superficially

Antonyms- Actually , Truly, Undeniably , Authentically, Genuinely

Sentence usage- Some individuals ostensibly show how serious they are, but in reality, they’re merely wasting  their time.

Phrase- as it appears, it implies that something seems to be a certain way but might not be the actual truth upon closer inspection.

Idiom- taking something at face value , accepting something as true or genuine based solely on its appearance or initial presentation.