Clues for the word "OSTENSIBLE"
We've had 11 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 10 times in crosswords. It was last seen in Guardian Cryptic crossword on September 26, 2017.
Definition of ostensible
- a. - Capable of being shown; proper or intended to be shown.
- a. - Shown; exhibited; declared; avowed; professed; apparent; -- often used as opposed to real or actual; as, an ostensible reason, motive, or aim.
Referring Clues
- Professed
- Apparent
- Open to view
- Seeming
- Professed East German deposing sensible leader
- Nothing judicious worn by model for show
- Nothing judicious takes time to be apparent
- It's apparent that there is nothing sensible about time
- Apparent demands - so be silent
- Apparent Opposition leader well-advised to take time
- Professed nothing reasonable over time
Last Seen In
- Guardian Cryptic - September 26, 2017
- Guardian Quiptic - April 25, 2016
- Guardian Quick - November 04, 2013
- Guardian Prize - September 08, 2012
- LA Times - October 16, 2010
- Guardian Quick - February 17, 2006
- Guardian Quick - April 03, 2005
- Guardian Cryptic - January 17, 2001
- New York Times - March 18, 2000
- Guardian Cryptic - November 04, 1999