Definition
Used to describe a situation or title that is officially recognized but does not reflect the reality of the situation or role.
徒有虛名
He holds the title of manager, but in name only; he doesn't have any real authority.
他擁有經理的頭銜,但只是名義上的;他沒有任何實權。
Their partnership exists in name only; they operate independently.
他們的合作關係只是名義上的;他們獨立運作。
The committee is in name only; it rarely meets.
這個委員會只是名義上的;它很少開會。