Ostensibly - definition of ostensibly by The Free Dictionary Define ostensibly ostensibly synonyms, ostensibly pronunciation, ostensibly translation, English dictionary definition of ostensibly adj Represented or appearing as such; ostensive: His ostensible purpose was charity, but his real goal was popularity os·ten′si·bly adv American
OSTENSIBLY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary Though ostensibly set a century earlier, the plot explores issues that must have seemed very timely The White House meeting is ostensibly a courtesy call by an icon of the human rights movement Apparently; seemingly Click for English pronunciations, examples sentences, video
ostensibly - Wiktionary, the free dictionary (modal) Seemingly, apparently, on the surface; supposedly, according to representations or implications made by someone (especially when their motives are suspected by others) His interest in the railway was ostensibly a hobby, but people began wondering why he was taking photos of specific trains and specific equipment