Synonyms for Appear & Similar Words
Definition of appear
- verb
- give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect; "She seems to be sleeping"; "This appears to be a very difficult problem"; "This project looks fishy"; "They appeared like people who had not eaten or slept for a long time"
- come into sight or view; "He suddenly appeared at the wedding"; "A new star appeared on the horizon"
- be issued or published; "Did your latest book appear yet?"; "The new Woody Allen film hasn't come out yet"
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Writing tips for "appear"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like look, seem can replace "appear" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Appear" in song lyrics
See how appear is used in real songs:
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"Right where the rain drops appear"
Aceyalone — The Thief -
"Even though I know bad things might appear"
Anybody Killa — 2 Whom This May Concern -
"The time was then for my girl to appear"
Audio Two — Hickeys Around My Neck
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