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Meaning ofprima faciein English

prima facie

Definitions

Adjective
1. apparently valid; requiring contrary evidence
  The claim seems prima facie, but we need more evidence to confirm it.
  Synonyms:
  apparent ostensible presumptive
  Antonyms:
  doubtful questionable unsubstantiated
Adverb
1. at first glance; initially apparent
  At first glance, the argument appears prima facie, but it has several flaws.
  Synonyms:
  at first sight on the face of it apparently seemingly ostensibly outwardly superficially to all appearances
  Antonyms:
  ultimately deep down beneath the surface in reality upon closer inspection

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