JLPT N1 Advanced
尤もらしい
「もっともらしい」
Plausible or reasonable-sounding, but often implying falsity or insincerity
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もっともらしい very common kana form
1 I-adjective
Plausible (but likely untrue)
Refers to an explanation or story that appears logical and reasonable on the surface, usually implying it is fabricated.
Example
彼 は もっともらしい 嘘 を つく の が うまい 。
He's good at telling plausible lies.
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2 I-adjective
Dignified (but insincere)
Describes an attitude or manner that appears serious and solemn, often implying the behavior is performative or insincere.
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