1
as in looks
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in faces
outward and often deceptive indication
can't you at least give the appearance of listening to what I say?
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in arrivals
the act of coming upon a scene
his appearance at the party caused considerable speculation
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of appearances
There were also special appearances by notable Latino and Latina figures such as Toñita, the owner of Caribbean Social Club in New York.
—
Christian Allaire, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
Mohammadi still kept up her activism with public protests and international media appearances, including even demonstrating at one point in front of Tehran’s notorious Evin prison, where she had been held.
—CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
The Colombian scored 12 goals in 18 appearances as Al Nassr finished 13 points off champions Al Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League, before moving to Fenerbahce in the summer.
—Ali Rampling, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
They are focused on the human injustices wrought by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers who have stopped cars on roadsides, rounded up job-seekers and even laid in wait outside hearing rooms to detain people complying with required appearances in immigration court.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Feb. 2026
Mohammadi kept up her activism with public protests and international media appearances, including even demonstrating in front of Tehran’s notorious Evin prison, where she had been held.
—Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 8 Feb. 2026
Johnson had already hinted at the change in strategy in multiple Sunday show appearances, while also expressing confidence all bills would be passed by Tuesday.
—Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 2 Feb. 2026
Following his assassination, Erika became the new CEO and chair of TPUSA, and has made public appearances at various events.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 1 Feb. 2026
She's also made appearances at some of Alcaraz’s biggest competitions.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026
Christian Allaire, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
Mohammadi still kept up her activism with public protests and international media appearances, including even demonstrating at one point in front of Tehran’s notorious Evin prison, where she had been held.
—CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
The Colombian scored 12 goals in 18 appearances as Al Nassr finished 13 points off champions Al Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League, before moving to Fenerbahce in the summer.
—Ali Rampling, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
They are focused on the human injustices wrought by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers who have stopped cars on roadsides, rounded up job-seekers and even laid in wait outside hearing rooms to detain people complying with required appearances in immigration court.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Feb. 2026
Mohammadi kept up her activism with public protests and international media appearances, including even demonstrating in front of Tehran’s notorious Evin prison, where she had been held.
—Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 8 Feb. 2026
Johnson had already hinted at the change in strategy in multiple Sunday show appearances, while also expressing confidence all bills would be passed by Tuesday.
—Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 2 Feb. 2026
Following his assassination, Erika became the new CEO and chair of TPUSA, and has made public appearances at various events.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 1 Feb. 2026
She's also made appearances at some of Alcaraz’s biggest competitions.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appearances
Noun
-
The state and national pageants showcase the talents, brains and looks of the woman synonymous with American beauty.—
Arizona Republic,
AZCentral.com,
4 Feb. 2026
-
Chesterfield Some sofa styles, like Chesterfield, lose the favor of designers due to their size and feel rather than their looks.—
Halee Miller Van Ryswyk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
The greatest reward of his job, White said, is seeing the moments of awe and wonder on guests’ faces after the involved 18-month process of concept, pre-production and production finally lands on a stage.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
-
The charges Redzepagic faces expose him to a total of 375 years in prison, authorities noted.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
The four new arrivals, together known as Crew-12, will bring the space station up to its standard occupancy of seven people.—
Denise Chow,
NBC news,
13 Feb. 2026
-
Meanwhile, arrivals to other top tourism destinations, including France, Greece, Mexico and Italy, are set to increase.—
Frédéric Dimanche,
Fortune,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
Boxley, seen all too briefly onscreen, is one of the most extraordinary presences in the recent cinema.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
23 Jan. 2026
-
As tensions ratcheted up, a slew of European NATO nations increased their military presences in the territory.—
Kevin Breuninger,
CNBC,
21 Jan. 2026
Noun
-
With the effects of the federal cuts expected to be felt across the state, other California counties have already started to look to consumers to replenish government coffers.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
-
You're likely caught up in what is commonly known in Central Texas as cedar fever, or feeling the effects of high concentrations of Ashe juniper pollen in the air.—
Newsroom Meteorologist,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
Joe Brusuelas, senior economist at RSM US, highlighted a few of those factors when pushing back on White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett’s claim Monday that subdued job gains are primarily the result of lower population figures and higher productivity.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
-
Since the retail figures aren’t adjusted for inflation, weaker figures could be impacted by steep holiday discounts.—
Bloomberg Wire,
Dallas Morning News,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
Economic news had an upbeat ring this week, at least on first impressions.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
8 Feb. 2026
-
In this way, Akinola and Wale Davies establish two parallel awakenings for the brothers in the film, and everything that the boys see and hear—not just dialogue but all their ambient impressions—contribute to one or both.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
But over time as social norms changed, so did attitudes toward assertive female Horses.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
-
Generation Alpha, approximately 2012 to 2024 — a sprawling group of people with unique media habits and diverse attitudes on where sports fit into their lives.—
Jay Cohen,
Fortune,
10 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Appearances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appearances. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
