Meaning & Definition of Appearance in English
English⟶
Appearance
/əpɪrəns/
noun
1. Outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
synonym:
- appearance,
- visual aspect
2. The event of coming into sight
synonym:
- appearance
3. Formal attendance (in court or at a hearing) of a party in an action
synonym:
- appearance,
- appearing,
- coming into court
4. A mental representation
- "I tried to describe his appearance to the police"
synonym:
- appearance
5. The act of appearing in public view
- "The rookie made a brief appearance in the first period"
- "It was bernhardt's last appearance in america"
synonym:
- appearance
6. Pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression
- "They try to keep up appearances"
- "That ceremony is just for show"
synonym:
- appearance,
- show
Examples of using
Tom remarked on Mary's appearance.
Savages fear the appearance of a fierce wild beast.
Tom is very particular about his appearance.