so-called
so
səʊkɔ:ld
sewkawld
called

Definition & Meaning of "so-called"in English

so-called
01

used to express one's disapproval of a name or term given to someone or something because one believes it is inappropriate 

Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
relational
ungradable
Examples
The so-called experts on social media often lack credible credentials. 
02

referring to a name commonly used for something 

Examples
Many people fear the spread of the so-called zombie drug. 
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