Simple meaning
What does Appear mean?
Appear means show up or seem.
Dictionary definition
To come into view, or to seem a certain way.
Example sentences
Appear in a sentence
easy
A rainbow appeared after the rain.
medium
She appeared confident during the presentation.
hard
A character may appear kind at first but change later in the plot.
Synonyms
Words like Appear
seemUse for how something looks to others.
showUse for coming into view.
Antonyms
Opposite words
disappearUse when something goes out of sight.
hideUse when something stays unseen.
Word family
Appear word family
Base word
appear
verb
appear
Base form.
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What does appear mean in context?
Appear means appear means show up or seem.
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