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Meaning of appear
The primary meaning of the word "appear" is to become visible or come into sight.
Etymology of appear
The word "appear" comes from the Old French word "aparoir" or "apparoir", which is derived from the Latin words "ad" (to) and "parere" (to show or be visible)
The word has been used in the English language since the 14th century to describe something or someone becoming visible or coming into sight
Synonyms
seem
look
emerge
materialize
become visible
come into view
come to light
manifest
reveal
show
surface
arise
emerge
issue
originate
stem
develop
occur
happen
transpire
become apparent
become evident
become clear
become noticeable
become visible
become observable
come forth
present
show up
turn up
arrive
appear before
appear on the scene
Definitions
- to become visible or come into sight
- * to seem or give the impression of being something
- * to come into existence or become known
- * to perform or take part in a show, play, or other public entertainment
Usage Examples
- The sun will appear in the sky tomorrow morning
- * She will appear on stage tonight to receive her award
- * The new policy will appear in the next edition of the company handbook
- * The problem did not appear until we started using the new software