semblances

noun

Definition of semblancesnext
plural of semblance
1
as in facades
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
as in faces
outward and often deceptive indication a used-car dealer with only a semblance of honesty

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for semblances
  1. facades
  2. appearances
  3. impressions
Noun
  • The facades are rigorous yet refined, giving way to luxurious but by no means in-your-face interiors.
    Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Dec. 2024
  • Many others — painters of Pontiacs, drugstore facades or gumball machines — were dismissed as frivolous.
    Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of facades
Noun
  • Vida — who was born in 2010 — occasionally makes cameos on her parents' social media accounts and also has recently been making more public appearances with them.
    Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 5 Jan. 2025
  • After all, her appearances on the red carpet are always a hit.
    Michel Mejía, Glamour, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of appearances
Noun
  • My first impressions were incredibly favorable.
    Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Deliver consistently but never stop pushing boundaries, build a community rather than just a customer base, stay relevant by leading instead of following, create experiences that leave lasting impressions, and be bold enough to break the rules while smart enough to play the game.
    Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of impressions
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