ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Seemingly

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈsiːmɪŋli/ · Part of speech adverb

Quick meaning: Seemingly is an adverb meaning As it appears; apparently.

Meaning

As it appears; apparently.

More Meanings

  1. In a seemly manner; decorously; with propriety.

Example Sentences

[…]was restored to his throne but only on the understanding that he behave seemingly.
He sacrificed nothing, laboring to get even the most seemingly insignificant element of every record perfect.
[…] an object, seemingly like those which we have experienced, may be attended with different or contrary effects.
[…]they know the roles and statuses of deities, ancestral spirits, and men, and how to behave seemingly in their presence.

Synonyms for seemingly

Depending on context, synonyms include ostensibly, becomingly, proprietously, apparently.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include ostensibly, apparently, appearance, evidently, presumably, purportedly.

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