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plural of semblance
Synonyms & Antonyms of semblances
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
Synonyms for semblances
Words Related to semblances
- affectations,
- demonstrations,
- displays,
- fictions,
- images,
- imitations,
- impostures,
- likenesses,
- make-believe
- (also make-belief),
- poses,
- pretenses
- (or pretences),
- representations,
- simulations
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“Semblances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/semblances. Accessed 11 Aug. 2022.
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