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All at first blush synonyms

at first blush
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adv at first blush

  • apparently — You use apparently to indicate that the information you are giving is something that you have heard, but you are not certain that it is true.
  • on the face of it — the front part of the head, from the forehead to the chin.
  • supposedly — assumed as true, regardless of fact; hypothetical: a supposed case.
  • officially — a person appointed or elected to an office or charged with certain duties.
  • seemingly — apparent; appearing, whether truly or falsely, to be as specified: a seeming advantage.
  • outwardly — as regards appearance or outward manifestation: outwardly charming; outwardly considerate.
  • superficially — being at, on, or near the surface: a superficial wound.
  • for all intents and purposes — something that is intended; purpose; design; intention: The original intent of the committee was to raise funds.
  • for show — in order to impress, for display only
  • on the surface — to all appearances
  • professedly — allegedly; pretendedly: He is only professedly poor.
  • sensibly — having, using, or showing good sense or sound judgment: a sensible young woman.
  • appearing — to come into sight; become visible: A man suddenly appeared in the doorway.
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