Synonyms for

Appeared

Verb / ʌˈpɪrd / Another word for appeared — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To come into sight or view; become visible.

Synonyms & similar words

seem appear comeout look disappear comealong emerged arrived materialized manifested presented showed surfaces developed evolved grew rose flourished bloomed blossomed throve

Synonyms by register

Formal

emerged manifested presented arisen

Informal

showed up came out turned up popped up

Literary

materialized dawned loomed

Antonyms

disappeared vanished departed left absented evaporated

Common collocations

  • suddenly appeared
  • appeared on
  • appeared in
  • appeared to be
  • appeared to have
  • appeared before
  • appeared as

Word family

noun appearance
verb appear
adjective apparent
adverb apparently

Usage note

The past tense 'appeared' is often used to describe something becoming visible or evident. It can also imply a sudden or unexpected arrival.

Example sentences

  1. She appeared at the door.
  2. The stars appeared in the sky.
  3. The magician made a rabbit appear out of his hat.
  4. The sun appeared over the horizon.
  5. The ghost appeared and scared everyone.

Quotes

  • Opportunities are like sunrises. If you wait too long, you miss them. - William Arthur Ward
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. - Steve Jobs
  • What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals. - Zig Ziglar

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