so-called

American  

[soh-kawld] / ˈsoʊˈkɔld /

adjective

1. called or designated thus.

   the so-called Southern bloc.

2. incorrectly called or styled thus.

   so-called intellectuals.

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so-called British  

adjective

1. 1. (prenominal) designated or styled by the name or word mentioned, esp (in the speaker's opinion) incorrectly

      a so-called genius

   2. ( also used parenthetically after a noun )

      these experts, so-called, are no help

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Etymology

Origin of so-called

First recorded in 1650–60

Example Sentences

The stalemate at sea has allowed Ukraine's sea exports to continue, and a so-called grain corridor to remain operational.

From BBC

The authorities have also seen the continued use of so-called "taxi boats", which leave shore discreetly and almost empty before picking up dozens of migrants wading into shallow waters.

From Barron's

Ark Venture is a so-called interval fund that isn’t necessarily easy for investors to get money out of.

From Barron's

Ark Venture is a so-called interval fund that isn’t necessarily easy for investors to get money out of.

From Barron's

The dollar’s rise on Friday, coupled with falling metals prices, suggested investors were pulling back on that so-called debasement trade.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• alleged
• formal
• purported
• self-styled