semblance
/ˈsembləns/
CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #5614 in the learning path
表象；些许相似之处
Definitions
n. An outward appearance or slight degree of a particular quality
表象；些许相似之处
Example
I tidied the cushions to restore some semblance of order.
我整理了靠垫，让屋里多少显得整齐一些。
After severe flooding, reopening schools can help communities regain a semblance of normality while essential infrastructure is repaired.
严重洪灾后，在必要的基础设施修复期间，重新开学可以帮助社区恢复些许正常生活的样貌。
Collocations
- a semblance of normality
- a semblance of order
- maintain a semblance of
Synonyms
- appearance
Usage tip
常用 a semblance of，表示表面上或些许的某种状态。
FAQ
- What does semblance mean?
- An outward appearance or slight degree of a particular quality
- How is semblance pronounced?
- UK /ˈsembləns/, US /ˈsembləns/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
