Semblance and Show

Semblance

Semblance noun - A display of emotion or behavior that is insincere or intended to deceive.
Usage example: tried to project some semblance of confidence even though public speaking terrified her

Show is a synonym for semblance in appearance topic. In some cases you can use "Show" instead a noun "Semblance", when it comes to topics like disguise, arrival, aura.

Show

Show noun - An outward and often exaggerated indication of something abstract (as a feeling) for effect.
Usage example: the children made a show of disgust when confronted with asparagus

Semblance is a synonym for show in pretence topic. You can use "Semblance" instead a noun "Show", if it concerns topics such as disguise, arrival, false front.

Nearby Words: showy, showed, showing, showcase, shown

How words are described

good good semblance good show
better better semblance better show
actual actual semblance actual show
real real semblance real show
Other adjectives: great, little, new, last.
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