Definitions
- Used to describe something that appears to be true or real, but may not be the case. - Referring to a reason or explanation that is given for something, but may not be the actual reason. - Talking about a surface-level appearance or impression that may not reflect the underlying reality.
- Used to describe something that is assumed to be true without concrete evidence. - Referring to a conclusion that is drawn based on circumstantial evidence. - Talking about an assumption or belief that is made without certainty.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words deal with uncertainty or lack of concrete evidence.
- 2Both words are used to describe assumptions or beliefs.
- 3Both words can be used in legal or formal contexts.
What is the difference?
- 1Definition: Ostensible refers to something that appears to be true but may not be, while presumed refers to something that is assumed to be true without concrete evidence.
- 2Evidence: Ostensible does not necessarily involve any evidence, while presumed is based on circumstantial evidence.
- 3Usage: Ostensible is often used to describe a surface-level appearance or impression, while presumed is used to describe an assumption or belief.
- 4Connotation: Ostensible can have a negative connotation of deception or misdirection, while presumed can have a neutral or positive connotation of making an educated guess.
Remember this!
While both ostensible and presumed deal with uncertainty or lack of concrete evidence, they differ in their definition, evidence, usage, connotation, and part of speech. Ostensible refers to something that appears to be true but may not be, while presumed refers to something that is assumed to be true without concrete evidence. Ostensible is often used to describe a surface-level appearance or impression, while presumed is used to describe an assumption or belief based on circumstantial evidence.
