so-called

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈsəʊˌkɔːld/
/ˈsoʊˌkɔld/
Adjective
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

So named; commonly called by such a name, often with a connotation that the item is not worthy of that name.

Example Sentences
  • These so-called "assistants" are making our jobs harder, not easier!
2 Definition

So named; commonly called.

Example Sentences
  • the so-called Ising model