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    sem·blance
    /ˈsembləns/

    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"

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  2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › semblanceSemblance Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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

  3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSEMBLANCE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    SEMBLANCE definition: 1. a situation or condition that is similar to what is wanted or expected, but is not exactly as…. Learn more.

  4. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › semblanceSemblance - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    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.

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

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

  7. www.thefreedictionary.com › semblanceSemblance - definition of semblance by The Free Dictionary

    1. outward aspect or appearance. 2. an assumed or unreal appearance; show. 3. the slightest appearance or trace. 4. a likeness, image, or copy. 5. a spectral appearance; apparition. [1250–1300; < Middle French, < sembl (er) to seem (see resemble )]

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

    noun. 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.

  9. www.yourdictionary.com › semblanceSemblance Definition & Meaning | YourDictionary

    Semblance Definition. sĕmbləns. Meanings. Synonyms. Sentences. Definition Source. Word Forms. Origin. Noun. Filter. noun. Outward form or appearance; aspect. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. Seeming likeness; resemblance. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. A likeness, image, or representation. Webster's New World.

  10. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishsemblance noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Definition of semblance noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  11. www.dictionary.com › browse › semblances'Semblance Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    How to use . semblance in a sentenceBefore I was just dreaming of everyday things, now they are semblances of how it was, and what I miss.