SEMBLANCE
Scrabble letter values: S1E1M3B3L1A1N1C3E1 = 15
Definition
- noun an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading. — synonyms: gloss, color, colour
- noun an erroneous mental representation. — synonyms: illusion
- noun picture consisting of a graphic image of a person or thing. — synonyms: likeness
Examples
- “he hoped his claims would have a semblance of authenticity”
- “he tried to give his falsehood the gloss of moral sanction”
- “the situation soon took on a different color”