English · Common Verbs
appear
/əˈpɪər/
[/əˈpɪər/]
come into view; seem
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Definition
To become visible or come into view, or to seem to be a certain way. It covers both visibility and impression.
Example
A rainbow began to appear in the sky as the rain slowly stopped.
A rainbow began to appear in the sky as the rain slowly stopped.
Etymology
From Old French 'aparoir', from Latin 'apparere' (to come in sight).
How & Where It’s Used
Common for both becoming visible and giving an impression.