APPEARANCE Synonyms: 129 Similar and Opposite Words

appearance

noun

ə-ˈpir-ən(t)s

Definition of appearance

as in look

the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality the dignified appearance of this church leader the country club's manicured lawns and well-groomed appearance in general

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as in face

outward and often deceptive indication can't you at least give the appearance of listening to what I say?

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as in arrival

the act of coming upon a scene his appearance at the party caused considerable speculation

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Recent Examples of appearance His feature on Kid Rock’s forthcoming album, however, is certainly his most high-profile appearance on record since the allegations. — Jonathan Bernstein, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2026 But Nas’ appearance suddenly changes, revealing his younger form, played by Kelly. — Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 2 Oct. 2026 Disney President Dana Walden, during a Thursday appearance at Bloomberg News’ Screentime media conference in Hollywood, acknowledged the industry turmoil. — Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2026 After all, as Steinbeck’s novels are pains to remind us, appearances are poor evidence of character anyway. — Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for appearance

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Noun

Floor-to-ceiling windows grace both the city and river-view rooms, all replete with white oak fixtures and a stylish mid-century modern look.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
The Hotties and Megan’s friends, including WNBA star Angel Reese, loved her latest look, which even had a pink Chanel bag with a matching phone case.

— Michael Saponara, Billboard, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of look

Noun

Perched high in the cliffs, built into the rock face overlooking the sea, and within view of the sweet fishing village of Conca dei Marini, the property is just a quick drive to Amalfi, but still feels a million miles away from the tourists.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
As the hundreds of thousands of people made their way down the narrow roads following the politician, a few rerouted into the industry event, still carrying big flags and with faces lit up with hope.

— Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of face

Noun

Their arrival brings the number of satellites developed for GHGSat to 13.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2026
Shannon is unbothered by the arrival of Alexis and John — well, as unbothered as Shannon Storms Beador can be — but Heather has real unfinished business with Alexis.

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of arrival

Noun

Each group is given HR support, a presence on internal channels, an executive sponsor, and a seat in strategy meetings.

— Sam Birchall, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026
When the presence of immigration enforcement is confirmed on campus, colleges and universities must notify the campus community, per a law in effect till January 2031.

— Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of presence

Noun

Which environment gives you a better chance to make an impression?

— John M. O'Connor, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026
What left the greatest impression in La Jolla, however, was the staging by Danya Taymor, who would go on to win a Tony for her breathtakingly fluid direction.

— Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of impression

Noun

The result gives researchers a different way to examine anomalous Hall effects.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2026
Some meteorologists are predicting a more mild early winter season due to the effects of El Nino, which could have an impact on this year’s flu season, Wu said.

— Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026

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