appearance
US /əˈpɪrəns/
Definition
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.
Examples
A neat appearance is important when you meet new clients.
Word Family
Synonyms
- lookthe feelings expressed on a person's face
- emergencethe gradual beginning or coming forth
- presencethe state of being present; current existence
Collocations
- Easy neat appearancedescribing neat appearance (clean or organized)
- Medium make a guest appearance at the seminarto create, produce, or cause regarding a guest appearance at the seminar
- Hard maintain the appearance of impartialityto keep in good condition or preserve regarding the appearance of impartiality
- Very Hard deceptive appearances conceal insolvencydescribing deceptive appearances conceal insolvency (causing one to believe what is not true or fail to believe what is true)
Learner's English edition · Curated definitions for TOEIC learners.