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   semblance

   /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"
   • ▪ resemblance; similarity: "it bears some semblance to the thing I have in mind"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French, from sembler ‘seem’, from Latin similare, simulare ‘simulate’.

   Scrabble Points: 15

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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.

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   The meaning of SEMBLANCE is outward and often specious appearance or show : form. How to use semblance in a sentence.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionarySEMBLANCE | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   a situation or condition that is similar to what is wanted or expected, but is not exactly as hoped for: The city has now returned to some semblance of normality after last night's celebrations. He was executed without even the semblance of a fair trial. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Seeming and purporting to be. apparent. appearance

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishSEMBLANCE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   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.

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   Semblance definition: outward aspect or appearance.. See examples of SEMBLANCE used in a sentence.

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   Definitions of semblance. noun. an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading. “he hoped his claims would have a semblance of authenticity” synonyms: color, colour, gloss, veneer. see more. noun. picture consisting of a graphic image of a person or thing. synonyms: likeness. see more. noun.

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   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.