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Adverbial in name only has 1 sense
- in name, in name only - by title or repute though not in fact; "he's a doctor in name only"
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In Name Only
Definition:
In name only refers to something that has a particular name or title but does not possess the qualities or characteristics associated with it.
Senses:
- Adverb: Pertaining to something functioning or existing only in its name, without the actual characteristics or qualities it should possess.
- Adjective: Used to describe something that has a specific name or title, but does not truly represent or embody what it claims to be.
- Phrasal Adjective: Referring to a situation in which someone is given a particular title or role, but lacks the necessary authority or power associated with it.
- Noun: The state or condition of something being called or regarded by a particular name, but not truly embodying that name.
Examples:
Adverb:
- Although he held the position of CEO, his decisions were merely in name only; the real power was in the hands of the board.
- The organization claimed to be environmentally friendly, but their recycling efforts were in name only as they rarely implemented any actual practices.
Adjective:
- The company's philanthropic initiatives were in name only as they mainly focused on gaining publicity rather than making a genuine impact.
- The couple remained married, but it was clear that their relationship was in name only, with no love or intimacy left between them.
Phrasal Adjective:
- As head of the department, she was in name only as she had no authority to make any substantial decisions.
- After being appointed as team captain, it became evident that his role was in name only, with no real influence on the team's activities.
Noun:
- The government's commitment to equality was nothing more than in name only, as discriminatory policies continued to be implemented.
- Many critics argued that the award was an honor in name only, lacking the significance and prestige it once held.
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