Appearance

/əˈpɪərəns/

Meaning & Definition

noun
the way that someone or something looks.
Her appearance at the event turned many heads.
the outward aspect of something.
The appearance of the building was modern and inviting.
the act of coming into sight.
The sudden appearance of the comet startled astronomers.

Etymology

From Old French 'aparance', from Latin 'appāre' meaning 'to appear'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

first appearance
The initial showing or occurrence of something.
clean appearance
A neat and tidy look.
public appearance
A formal or official event where someone is seen by the public.

Related Words

appearance date
The specific day when something or someone is expected to be seen.
self-appearance
The image one presents of oneself.
visual appearance
The aesthetics related to sight.

Slang Meanings

Face value
Don't judge a book by its face value; appearances can be deceiving.
Show face
He's always trying to show face at parties, even if he doesn't want to be there.