in name only

Related to word: name

Idiom

Definition

  1. 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。