apparently genuine
Frequency: 6.711.5 per million words
Seems real or sincere, but there may be some doubt.
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Examples (10)
- The signature on the painting was apparently genuine, but it still needed expert verification.
- His apology sounded apparently genuine, though I still have my doubts about his sincerity.
- The ancient manuscript was apparently genuine, yet scholars debated its true origin.
- Her surprise at the party seemed apparently genuine, but I suspect she knew about it all along.
- He bought the diamond because it was certified as apparently genuine, pending a final appraisal.
- The evidence presented in court was apparently genuine, but the defense lawyer questioned its handling.
- Although the antique vase was apparently genuine, its questionable history lowered its value.
- Her remorse for her actions was apparently genuine, but her behavior never changed.
- The whistleblower's documents were considered apparently genuine by the journalists.
- Their newfound friendship seemed apparently genuine, but it had formed under suspicious circumstances.