appearance
noun
ap·pear·ance
ə-ˈpir-ən(t)s 
1
2
a
: a sense impression or aspect of a thing
The blue of distant hills is only an appearance.
b
: the world of sensible phenomena
3
a
: the act, action, or process of appearing
the first appearance of that word in English
b
law
: the presentation of oneself in court as a party to an action often through the representation of an attorney
4
a
: something that appears : phenomenon
b
: an instance of appearing : occurrence
her first public appearance since winning the award
Examples of appearance in a Sentence
The general appearance of the house is quite good.
The museum restored the painting to its original appearance.
lotions that improve your skin's appearance and texture
You shouldn't judge a man by his appearance.
Have you noticed any changes in her appearance?
He appears to be happy, but appearances can be deceptive.
Their expensive home created a false appearance of success and happiness.
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The platforms allow the hem of the pants to fall gracefully without dragging on the floor, which is essential to maintaining an impeccable appearance.
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René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 27 Apr. 2025
Gellar sports a statement jacket during her appearance at the Today show on April 23 in New York City.
—Toria Sheffield, People.com, 27 Apr. 2025
Every year of experience, every successful client outcome, and every new credential or media appearance increases your brand equity and the ROI for your clients.
—Amanda Miller Littlejohn, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
The family had alerted fans to the health issue a few days earlier, revealing that Caliente would be stepping back from public appearances after requiring a leg amputation.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 27 Apr. 2025
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René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 27 Apr. 2025
Gellar sports a statement jacket during her appearance at the Today show on April 23 in New York City.
—Toria Sheffield, People.com, 27 Apr. 2025
Every year of experience, every successful client outcome, and every new credential or media appearance increases your brand equity and the ROI for your clients.
—Amanda Miller Littlejohn, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
The family had alerted fans to the health issue a few days earlier, revealing that Caliente would be stepping back from public appearances after requiring a leg amputation.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 27 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for appearance
Cite this Entry
“Appearance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/appearance. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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appearance
noun
ap·pear·ance
ə-ˈpir-ən(t)s
1
: the way someone or something looks
the room has a cool appearance
gave every appearance of being healthy
keep up appearances
2
: the act, process, or an instance of appearing
3
: something that appears
Medical Definition
appearance
noun
ap·pear·ance
ə-ˈpir-ən(t)s
1
: the action or process of becoming evident to the senses
the sudden appearance of a rash on the body
2
: the outward or visible aspect of something
a tumor with a spongy appearance
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