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Synonyms & Antonyms of semblance
1
a display of emotion or behavior that is insincere or intended to deceive
- tried to project some semblance of confidence even though public speaking terrified her
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2
outward and often deceptive indication
- a used-car dealer with only a semblance of honesty
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- affectation,
- demonstration,
- display,
- fiction,
- image,
- imitation,
- imposture,
- likeness,
- make-believe
- (also make-belief),
- pose,
- pretense
- (or pretence),
- representation,
- simulation
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