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ostensible

adjective

Reveal meaning and examples

Presented as the reason or appearance, though the reality may differ.

The ostensible purpose of the trip was business, but he also hoped to visit friends.

Dictionary practice example.

The ostensible purpose of a networking event was to introduce local designers to one another.