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Definition of appearance

appearance

/əˈpɪə.ɹəns/
ap · pear · ance
Adverb:apparently
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Plural:appearances
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Adjective:apparent
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1

The way that someone or something looks to the eye; outward physical aspect.

Example

"The historic building has retained much of its original nineteenth-century appearance."

2

An act of arriving, coming into sight, or participating publicly in an event, performance, or legal proceeding.

Example

"The acclaimed novelist made a rare public appearance at the university lecture hall."

3

An outward impression, semblance, or show of a quality or state that may conceal a different reality.

Example

"Despite the complex negotiations behind the scenes, the committee maintained an appearance of complete unity."

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appealing
appealingly
appear
appearance
appeasable
appease
appeasement

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French 'aparance', derived from Late Latin 'apparentia', from Latin 'apparere' ('to come into view, become visible').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Appearance. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/appearance
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