míng​bù​fù​shí

unsubstantiated

Senses

名不副实/ 名不副實 míng​bù​fù​shí unsubstantiated

idiom · An excellent theory or plan that is not supported or borne out by practical application or results.

这种看似完美的方案,在实际操作中往往名不副实。

名不副实/ 名不副實 míng​bù​fù​shí unworthy

idiom · The name or reputation of something does not reflect its actual quality or reality; more in name than in fact.

那家五星级酒店服务很差,真是名不副实。

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