Synonyms for

Disappears

Verb / ˌdɪsʌˈpɪrz / / ˌdɪsʌˈpi:rz / Another word for disappears — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To cease to be visible or exist; vanish.

Synonyms & similar words

evaporate appear melt goaway disappear vanish vanish evaporate dissolve fade vanquish depart withdraw flee abscond go cease end terminate perish die pass expire

Synonyms by register

Formal

vanishes ceases to exist becomes invisible fades away

Informal

poofs skedaddles vamooses is gone

Literary

evaporates dissipates melts away

Antonyms

appears arrives emerges materializes shows up manifests returns

Common collocations

  • suddenly disappears
  • completely disappears
  • disappears without a trace
  • disappears from view
  • disappears into thin air
  • disappears overnight
  • disappears from the face of the earth

Word family

noun disappearance
verb disappear
adjective disappearing

Usage note

While 'disappear' is a common verb, be mindful of its connotations. It can imply a sudden or mysterious absence, so use it appropriately in formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The sun disappears behind the clouds.
  2. The cat disappears under the bed.
  3. The snow on the ground disappears when it gets warm outside.
  4. The ghost disappears when the sun comes up.
  5. The magician makes the coin disappear.

Quotes

  • The truth disappears with the telling of it.
  • Freedom is just chaos, with better lighting.
  • It is better to light a candle than curse the darkness.

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