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OSTENSIBILITY

(noun)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Ostensibility.

Ostensibility - as a noun

The quality of being professed, supposed rather than demonstrably true or real.

Example: "They reveal the ostensibility of this systematic order, or point out that it is in fact only temporary and exists on the basis of a more fundamental instability."

Example Sentences

"She maintained an ostensibility of wealth, but in reality, she was struggling financially."
"The ostensibility of the extravagant party impressed the guests."
"His ostensibility of knowledge misled others into thinking he was an expert."
"The ostensibility of her happiness masked her inner turmoil."
"The ostensibility of their friendship was shattered when they betrayed each other."
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Word Game Points

Is OSTENSIBILITY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ostensibility is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
US/CA Invalid UK/EU Valid

OSTENSIBILITY has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is OSTENSIBILITY a valid Words With Friends word?
No, ostensibility is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
OSTENSIBILITY is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is OSTENSIBILITY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ostensibility is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OSTENSIBILITY has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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