appearap‧pear /əˈpɪə $ əˈpɪr/ ●●● S2 W1 verb 
The diamonds appeared to be genuine.appear to do something The research appears to show that the drug is effective in most cases.appear to somebody He didn't appear to me to be a violent man.it appears (that) (=used when saying what you think has happened or is true) It appears that all the files have been deleted.there appear(s) to be something (=used when saying what you think has happened or is true) There appears to be some kind of problem. Police have found what appear to be human remains. He tried to make it appear that she had committed suicide. It may be less useful than it first appears.appear + adj During the interview she appeared calm and relaxed. I don’t want to appear rude.so it would appear (=used when saying that something seems to be true, although you are not completely sure) ‘Have they gone?’ ‘So it would appear.’GRAMMARLinking verbsAppear is a linking verb. This type of verb links the subject of the sentence with an adjective or noun: · His explanation appears unlikely.· This appears a good solution.Using the progressiveAppear is not used in the progressive in this meaning. You say: · He appears to be unhappy. ✗Don’t say: He is appearing to be unhappy.Grammar guide ‒ VERBS2start to be seen [intransitive always + adverb/preposition] to start to be seen, to arrive, or to exist in a place, especially suddenly: Two faces appeared at our window. A man suddenly appeared from behind a tree. Small cracks appeared in the wall. It was nearly an hour before Sweeney appeared in the pub.appear from nowhere/out of nowhere (=appear suddenly and unexpectedly) The car seemed to appear from nowhere.3film/tv programme etc [intransitive always + adverb/preposition] to take part in a film, play, concert, television programme etcappear in a film/play She has already appeared in a number of films.appear on television/stage He appeared on national television to deny the claims.appear at a theatre etc4book/newspaper etc [intransitive always + adverb/preposition] to be written or shown on a list, in a book or newspaper, in a document etc: The story appeared in all the national newspapers. Some of the material used has appeared in print before (=has been published).5available/known [intransitive always + adverb/preposition] to become widely available or known about: The new range will be appearing in shops in the autumn. New courses are appearing every year.6law court/meeting [intransitive always + adverb/preposition] to go to a law court or other official meeting to give information, answer questions etc: The three men are due to appear in court tomorrow.appear before a court/judge/committee etc She appeared before Colchester magistrates charged with attempted murder.appear for somebody/on behalf of somebody (=to be the legal representative for someone) Sir Nicholas Gammon QC appeared on behalf of the defendant.THESAURUSappear to start to be seen, especially suddenly: · A few small white clouds appeared on the horizon.pop up to appear very suddenly: · A woman’s face popped up from the other side of the fence.become visible to gradually start to be able to be seen: · The shape of the baby’s head gradually became visible on the screen.come into view if something comes into view, you start to see it as you move closer to it, or it gets closer to you: · The white cliffs of Dover came into view.come out if the sun, moon, or the stars come out, they suddenly appear: · The sun came out from behind a cloud.loom/loom up if a large frightening object or person looms, they appear suddenly: · The dark shape of the castle loomed up out of the mist.· The man’s face suddenly loomed over him.resurface to appear again after being lost or missing: · The girl’s father has resurfaced after six years of no contact.
WORD ORIGINappear
Origin:
1200-1300 Old French aparoir, from Latin apparere, from ad- ‘to’ + parere ‘to show yourself’VERB TABLE
appear
| Simple Form | ||
| Present | I, you, we, they | appear |
| he, she, it | appears | |
| Past | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | appeared |
| Present perfect | I, you, we, they | have appeared |
| he, she, it | has appeared | |
| Past perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | had appeared |
| Future | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will appear |
| Future perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will have appeared |
| Continuous Form | ||
| Present | I | am appearing |
| he, she, it | is appearing | |
| you, we, they | are appearing | |
| Past | I, he, she, it | was appearing |
| you, we, they | were appearing | |
| Present perfect | I, you, we, they | have been appearing |
| he, she, it | has been appearing | |
| Past perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | had been appearing |
| Future | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will be appearing |
| Future perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will have been appearing |
EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES
- A drop-down menu appeared on the screen, and I clicked 'Format'.
- A face appeared at the window.
- A gray sedan appeared from nowhere in the fast lane.
- A spider appeared from under the sofa.
- All these people seem to have appeared from nowhere.
- An image appeared on the screen.
- At that moment, Kenny appeared in the doorway.
- Hopkins will be appearing as Willie Lomax in next week's production.
- I heard a tap, and Lila's face appeared at the window.
- It's difficult to ask someone their age without appearing rude.
- Just then, Gillian appeared as if from nowhere.
- Karen appeared at my house around 9 o'clock.
- Lauren's name appears at the front of the book.
- Lois was about to knock when a woman appeared from around the side of the house.
- Meeks is scheduled to appear in court February 5.
- My father appeared to be in good health.
- Neil appeared at my house around 9 o'clock.
- Pavarotti will be appearing in a number of concerts over the summer.
- Police said it appeared that John Seidler's death was an accident, but an investigation continues.
- Roger appeared very upset.
- At one point Jeffries walked in, trailed by Taiwo, and appeared to hand a card to a student.
- During this initial period it will be necessary to use whatever methods appear appropriate to deal with the patient's distress.
- His current situation would appear quite idyllic once the newspapers hit the doorsteps in the morning.
- On February 9, 1913, a brilliant fireball appeared over Regina, Saskatchewan, heading eastward.
- Resurrection ferns, for instance, lose their color during dry conditions and may even appear to be dead.
- Rules do really appear in accounts concerning the interpretation and justification of action.
- She appeared to be searching for dust, fussing over square micrometers where maybe some of it had landed.
- The boys were well into their training by the time I appeared at the Leander Club on the Sunday morning.
THESAURUS
to start to be seen, especially suddenly: · A few small white clouds appeared on the horizon.
to appear very suddenly: · A woman’s face popped up from the other side of the fence.
to gradually start to be able to be seen: · The shape of the baby’s head gradually became visible on the screen.
if something comes into view, you start to see it as you move closer to it, or it gets closer to you: · The white cliffs of Dover came into view.
if the sun, moon, or the stars come out, they suddenly appear: · The sun came out from behind a cloud.
if a large frightening object or person looms, they appear suddenly: · The dark shape of the castle loomed up out of the mist.· The man’s face suddenly loomed over him.
to appear again after being lost or missing: · The girl’s father has resurfaced after six years of no contact.
Longman Language Activatorany one of the people in a group or in the world to start to be seen or to suddenly be seen: · A face appeared at the window.appear from: · The manager suddenly appeared from his office.appear from behind/under etc: · A spider appeared from under the sofa.· Lois was about to knock when a woman appeared from around the side of the house.appear out of nowhere (=suddenly appear): · The dog appeared out of nowhere and began running alongside me.
to gradually start to be able to be seen - use this when you just start to see something, especially when it looks very small and difficult to see: · We had been on the boat for several hours when I noticed the coastline slowly becoming visible.· As the fog became thinner, the edges of buildings slowly became visible.
if something comes into view/sight , you can see it as you get closer to it or it gets closer to you - use this about things that are far away: · As the station came into sight, the train began to slow down.· Astronomers say that over the next few weeks the comet will be coming into view.
if the sun, the moon, or a star comes out , it appears in the sky: · The moon came out from behind a cloud.· As the sky grew darker, the stars came out one by one.
especially written to come out from a room, building or other enclosed space and start to be seen: emerge from: · Baxter emerged from the building and walked across the parking lot to a waiting car.· Brian, emerging from the bathroom, heard his wife speaking to someone at the front door.· At the airport, people stood behind a metal fence waiting for passengers to emerge from customs.
if a large person or thing looms or looms up , they suddenly appear in a way that makes you feel nervous or frightened, especially in a situation in which you cannot see clearly: · As we rounded the curve, the mountain loomed up in front of us.· They were walking through the alley when a man suddenly loomed out of the shadows.
to appear again after a short time of not being there or not being able to be seen: · Baines went back inside and reappeared a few moments later carrying an umbrella.
when a play, film etc has a particular actor in it if an actor stars in a play or film, he or she is one of the most important actors in it; if a play or film stars an actor, he or she plays one of the most important characters in it: · The film stars Patricia Arquette and is directed by Steven Brill.· Director Jane Campion's latest film, which stars Kate Winslet and Harvey Keitel, was one of the highlights of the New York Film Festival.star in: · Danny Aiello stars in this comedy about New York's first big lottery winner. · Hollywood heart-throb Keanu Reeves is set to star in a true story based on a newspaper article from the Times.
if two or more actors co-star in a play or film, they are equally important actors in it; if a play or film co-stars two or more people, they play the most important characters in it : · The movie co-stars Sarah Jessica Parker, Elle Macpherson and Ben Stiller.co-star in: · Annette Bening co-starred in movies such as 'Valmont', 'Postcards from the Edge' and 'Regarding Henry'.
to act the most important part in a play or film: · Calloway played the lead in the New Federal Theater's production of 'The Louis Armstrong Story'.· He got an unexpected chance to play the lead after the film's original star fell ill.
to act in a film or play, especially as one of the most important actors: · More than 60 youngsters will perform in the play at Old Town Theater in Los Gatos.· Clark Gable and Vivien Leigh appeared together in 'Gone with the Wind'.
if a play or film features an actor, they are in it: · The play features two young actresses.· The original 'Star Trek' series, featuring William Shatner as Capt. Kirk and Leonard Nimoy as Mr. Spock, lasted three years.
used when saying who is in a play, film etc: · Have you seen 'The Sixth Sense' with Bruce Willis?· Dawson is now producing a stage version of the story with a cast of young actors from New York.
if someone is in a play or film as a particular character, they act the part of that character: · Clint Eastwood was excellent as the strong, silent hero in his many westerns.· Paul McGann will star as a middle-class Jewish lawyer in a new BBC drama called 'Fish'.
to arrive unexpectedly · We were just having breakfast when Amy appeared.appear at/in/from · Neil appeared at my house around 9 o'clock.· All these people seem to have appeared from nowhere.
to arrive without warning, especially when it is difficult or not convenient for other people: · Brian has a habit of turning up just at the wrong moment.· At midnight Joanne's boyfriend showed up drunk.
if someone or something comes along, it arrives, especially in a way that is unexpected or slightly unusual: · We were having a good time until Ronnie came along.· Bill and I waited an hour for a bus, and then four of them came along at once.
British /speak of the devil American say this when someone you are talking about or have just mentioned comes into the room or arrives unexpectedly: · Talk of the devil! I was just telling everyone about your promotion.· Let's ask Amy what she thinks - speak of the devil, here she is!
to take part in a show, concert, play etc to perform in a play or show: · Before every concert, she worries about how well she will perform.perform a play/show/song etc: · The children perform a Christmas pantomime every year.· Russell's one-woman show, Shirley Valentine, was first performed by Pauline Collins.
to be one of the actors, singers, dancers etc that can be seen performing in a film, play, or show: appear in: · Pavarotti will be appearing in a number of concerts over the summer.· The American actors' union threatened to prevent her from appearing in the New York version of the show.appear as somebody (=play a particular character): · Hopkins will be appearing as Willie Lomax in next week's production.
especially spoken to act in a particular play, film, or television show: · Do you remember Larry Hagman? He used to be in "Dallas".· It's my ambition to be in a film.
when something can be seen · Detectives found no visible signs of a struggle.visible from/at/above etc · The church tower is visible from the next village.· Only the top of his head was visible above the water.· A single headlight was suddenly visible far below them.· Trim any visible fat before frying the meat.clearly visible · The bullet holes are still clearly visible in the walls.barely/hardly/scarcely visible · The marks are in faint gold, and hardly visible.visible to the naked eye (=visible without using special instruments to help you) · These stars are barely visible to the naked eye.
how far it is possible to see, especially when this is affected by weather conditions - used especially in weather reports: · Fog has reduced visibility to under 20 metres.good visibility (=when the air is clear so you can see a long distance): · Conditions are perfect for the yacht race; there is a light wind and visibility is good.poor/zero/low visibility (=when it is difficult to see very far): · Poor visibility made skiing extremely hazardous.· Most modern planes can land in zero visibility.
if something or someone is in sight or within sight , you can see them from where you are: · The only building in sight was a small wooden cabin.· The boat was stopped by the US coastguard within sight of shore. · It was a glorious summer day, with not a cloud in sight.· It was late afternoon, and there wasn't a soul in sight.· Meredith looked around - there was no-one in sight.· The taxi driver was still nowhere in sight.come in/within sight of (=to come close enough to a place to see it): · It was several hours before the three men came within sight of the city.
if something shows , people can see it, especially when you do not want them to: · Don't worry about that mark - it won't show.· Your slip is showing, did you know?
if something or someone is in view , they can be seen from where you are and are not hidden by anything: · David pulled the blankets up so only the top of his head remained in view.· There were no buildings in view to suggest the presence of any humans.keep somebody in view: · Place the child's desk near the teacher's, so that the child can keep the teacher in view.
if someone or something appears , you begin to see them or you suddenly see them: · The stars appeared one by one in the sky.appear at/in/on etc: · At that moment, Kenny appeared in the doorway.· I heard a tap, and Lila's face appeared at the window.· A drop-down menu appeared on the screen, and I clicked 'Format'.appear from behind/under etc: · A man suddenly appeared from behind the bushes.appear (as if) from nowhere (=appear suddenly, without any warning): · Just then, Gillian appeared as if from nowhere.· A gray sedan appeared from nowhere in the fast lane.
if someone or something comes into sight , they move into a position where you can see them: · The crowd cheered as the President's motorcade came into sight.· I heard the splash of oars, and a rowing boat came into view.
to seem if someone or something seems happy, dishonest, true etc, that is what you think they are, even though you are not completely certain: seem nice/happy/strange etc (to somebody): · Katie seems happy at her new school.· The whole situation seems very strange to me.seem to be/do something: · Lack of money seems to be the main problem.· Ricky graduated, but didn't seem to know what to do with his life. He was drifting.it seems (that)/it seems to somebody (that) (=use this to say what you think about a situation): · It seems that someone forgot to lock the door.· It seemed to Jim that Amy was worried about something.seem like especially spoken (=seem to be): · Kevin seems like a nice guy.· "Why did you move to New York?" "It seemed like a good idea at the time."there seems to be: · There seems to be something wrong with the TV.it seems as if: · There were so many delays - it seemed as if we would never get home.it seems likely/possible/probable (that): · It seems likely that they will release the hostages soon.
formal to seem: appear to be/do something: · My father appeared to be in good health.· The archaeologists uncovered both domestic structures and what appear to have been commercial buildings.appear calm/rude/angry etc: · It's difficult to ask someone their age without appearing rude.· The city appeared calm after the previous night's fighting.it appears (that): · Police said it appeared that John Seidler's death was an accident, but an investigation continues.
if someone or something looks good, bad, tired etc, that is how they seem to you when you look at them: · That book looks interesting.· Warren looked tired after his long drive.· We had run out of money, and the situation looked pretty hopeless.look like something: · She's really pretty - she looks like a model.· The burglar was holding what looked like a shotgun.look as if: · You look as if you haven't slept all night.it looks as if (=use this to say how a situation seems to you): · It looks as if we are going to need more help.
if someone or something sounds good, bad, strange, angry etc, that is how they seem to you when you hear about them, read about them, or hear them: · Istanbul sounds really exciting.· He sounds a pretty strange person.· I called my dad and told him what has happened. He sounded really angry. sound like: · "We're all going clubbing tomorrow night." "That sounds like fun." it sounds (to me) as if (=use this to say how a situation seems to you when you hear about it): · It sounds to me as if he needs to see a doctor.
to seem to have particular qualities or characteristics, especially because of the way you talk to or behave towards other people: · In the book, Strayhorn comes across as a sympathetic human being, while Stan Getz emerges as a volatile character with a violent temper.come across as being something: · He often comes across as being rather cold and arrogant.come across well/badly: · She doesn't come across well in interviews, but she's very good at her job.
if someone or something gives the impression that something about them is true, they make other people think it is true, especially when it is not: give the impression (that): · Paul liked to give everyone the impression that he knew a lot about cars.· We always leave the lights on when we go out at night, to give the impression there's someone in the house.give the impression of: · Mirrors are used in the dining room in order to give the impression of space.
if a person or situation strikes you as strange, interesting, unusual etc, this is your opinion of how they seem: · What strikes me as odd is the fact that she didn't report the burglary to the police.· She didn't strike me as the type who would want to become a teacher.strike somebody as being/having something: · He never struck me as being very interested in politics.
if someone or something shows signs of age, improvement, tiredness etc, some features of their appearance or behaviour make them seem old, better, tired etc: · The economy is showing no signs of any improvement.· Doctors at the hospital say Mr Crowther is beginning to show signs of recovery, although he is still in intensive care.show signs of doing something: · If the soil shows signs of drying out, water it sparingly.
if a thing or event has all the hallmarks of something, it has all the typical features of someone's work or actions, and therefore seems to have been done or made by them: · The explosion has all the hallmarks of a terrorist attack.· The painting isn't signed by Matisse, but it has all the hallmarks of one of his later works.
to seem to involve or be caused by a particular attitude, feeling, or intention, especially a bad one: · The government's new asylum bill seems inhumane, and smacks of racism.· The chairman's decision is disturbing, and smacks of dishonesty.
to take part in an event, activity, discussion etc · She wanted to take part but she was too ill.· The program teaches children about conservation, and about 30 schools are taking part.take part in · Nearly 500 teams took part in the competition.· Police have arrested a number of people who took part in the riot.· She was asked to take part in a TV debate on drugs.take an active/leading part · John has taken an active part in getting artists together for the festival.
to take part in an activity with a small number of other people, often something bad or illegal: · Choosing a school is an important decision, and both parents ought to be involved.be involved in: · At least three politicians are involved in the scandal.· The two men have denied being involved in Troy's kidnapping and murder.· Roughly two-thirds of high school students are involved in volunteer community work.
formal to take part in an activity, especially an organized activity: · There are regular class discussions, but some of the students never participate.· Being a spectator wasn't as enjoyable as participating.participate in: · Over 300 local firms participated in the survey.· Members can participate in any of the trips organized by the club.· Our employees are encouraged to participate in the decision making process.
to take part in some way in an activity or piece of work, especially one which has a useful result or purpose: · Our goal is to make sure everyone plays a part and shares in the credit.· Although the budget committees guide Congress's actions on spending, every committee plays a role.play a part/role in: · Hart clearly played a role in the decision to change admission standards.· Together with the police everyone can play a part in improving the security of their neighborhood.play an active/large/important etc part/role: · Men now play a larger part in looking after their children.· The most effective learning occurs when the child is allowed to play a more active role in the learning process.· The Secretary of State played a leading role in the government's successful foreign policy.· Schneider played a key role in getting the organization started.
to actively take part in the work of an organization such as a political group or church: · He is very active in the church's work with homeless people.· In school I was very active in sports and student government.· Allen, who is still on the board, is no longer active in the day-to-day management of the company.
to actively take part in a group discussion or group activity, especially by giving your opinions and ideas: · When we have class debates we try and get all the kids to contribute.· During the discussions MacDonald seemed to be listening, but he had nothing to contribute.contribute ideas/suggestions etc: · Readers are invited to contribute their opinions on any of the issues discussed here.
to take part in a TV or radio programme: · Forbes appeared on "Meet the Press" to discuss recent political developments.· He has often appeared on the BBC sports programme "A Question of Sport".
formal to be taking part in an activity, a conversation etc, especially one that continues for a long period of time: · The Nationalists have been engaged in a bitter fifteen-year armed struggle for independence.· During dinner I found myself engaged in a long complicated discussion with the doctor's wife.
involving doing or learning about something by taking part in it yourself, rather than just watching, reading about it, or hearing about it from someone else: · The training programs give students practical hands-on experience.· The exhibit includes numerous hands-on activities, including several archaeological dig stations.· Mr Garvey is known as a hands-on manager with an in-depth knowledge of the whole company.
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COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRY Police have found what appear to be human remains. He tried to make it appear that she had committed suicide. It may be less useful than it first appears. She has already appeared in a number of films. He appeared on national television to deny the claims. Some of the material used has appeared in print before (=has been published). The three men are due to appear in court tomorrow. She appeared before Colchester magistrates charged with attempted murder. Dakers was bailed to appear at Durham Crown Court. The first cracks are beginning to appear in the economic policy. Reputations are not changed overnight. Hugh was summoned to appear before the magistrate. She has been summonsed to appear in court.
Police have found what appear to be human remains. He tried to make it appear that she had committed suicide. It may be less useful than it first appears. (=used when saying that something seems to be true, although you are not completely sure) ‘Have they gone?’ ‘So it would appear.’
‘Have they gone?’ ‘So it would appear.’ (=appear suddenly and unexpectedly) The car seemed to appear from nowhere.
The car seemed to appear from nowhere. She has already appeared in a number of films. He appeared on national television to deny the claims. Some of the material used has appeared in print before (=has been published). The three men are due to appear in court tomorrow. She appeared before Colchester magistrates charged with attempted murder. (=to be the legal representative for someone) Sir Nicholas Gammon QC appeared on behalf of the defendant.
COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES Sir Nicholas Gammon QC appeared on behalf of the defendant.· A couple of articles appeared in local papers, but nothing else.
Dakers was bailed to appear at Durham Crown Court.· For a while the whole project looked certain to fail.
· A man has appeared in court charged with cruelty to animals.
The first cracks are beginning to appear in the economic policy.· I wanted to go, but Helen seemed less enthusiastic.
(=perform at a festival)· Sting is scheduled to appear at a festival in Amsterdam next month.
· She once appeared in a film with Al Pacino.
· Which candidate seems likely to win?
(also emerge from the mist)· Suddenly my commanding officer appeared out of the mist.
· A brilliant moon appeared over the mountains.
· She’s also appeared in ten movies.
· She seemed nervous at first, but her presentation was good.
· Her photo appeared in all the newspapers.
· It seems obvious to me that he is guilty.
Reputations are not changed overnight.· She acted in many plays on the London stage.
· I was invited to appear on a TV programme.
(=become known)· He first appeared on the arts scene in the 1960s.
· He glanced at his mother, who looked shocked.
(=to be a guest on a show)· They were trying to persuade Daniel Radcliffe to appear on the show.
· Recently she has appeared on stage in 'Private Lives'.
(=appear in the sky)· We arrived home just as the stars were coming out.
Hugh was summoned to appear before the magistrate. She has been summonsed to appear in court.· Mary's husband appeared quite unaware that he was causing her great embarrassment.
· He appeared as an expert witness at several government enquiries.
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSADVERB· They also appear slightly more confident and enjoy leading groups, giving speeches and presentations.· But they also appear on a screen saver that PointCast includes with its software.· This means that it also appears on any computer printouts that you receive.· St James also appears on a white charger at Compostela to rout the Moors.· She also appeared internationally as a cabaret artist and on television.· The baby also appears to have an interest in the parents.· But it appears also to exclude the limitations imposed by a solicitor and own client taxation.· Legalization also appears to have strengthened relationships between amnesty recipients and their relatives living abroad.
NOUN· Four people had appeared in court on Monday on the same charge.· Yesterday the Higgs brothers, McEvoy and Patrick Sigsworth appeared before the court.· Mr Kissinger refused to appear in court, saying he had a prior engagement.· Other men will appear in court this month.· Prosecutors in the current case against Moon have subpoenaed Alexander to appear in court Thursday.· Read in studio A man has appeared in court accused of causing the death of a pensioner by dangerous driving.· This obviously defeated the purpose of bail, which is to assure that the defendant will appear in court.
· Certainly the name Borrow appears in Parish records as early as 1690.· My name never appeared on any payroll.· If counsel settled the pleading for further and better particulars, his name should appear at the end.· However, the first time the name Pauline Kanchanalak appears in the records is on the date of our fateful lunch.· His name has appeared on billboards, television and radio stations, computer terminals and a Johns Hopkins research building.· If your company wishes its name to appear on the cards, this can be arranged.· The names appear at once, with backgrounds, connections, locations.
· I said that I would be happy to appear on any television programme about the valleys initiative at any time.· None of them appear in television commercials with star players, as Jones does.· First of all, he appeared on television like he was some kind of game-show berk, not a businessman.· For example, will a Raider home game appear on local television again this year?· That was one of the most powerful attractions of appearing on television in the first place.· When talking heads appear on television, there is nothing to record or document, no change in process.· She has also appeared in television plays.· His name has appeared on billboards, television and radio stations, computer terminals and a Johns Hopkins research building.
VERB· The volumes began appearing in their scores and have not stopped.· Furthermore, it was at that time that Mesopotamian myths began to appear of men created by gods to be their slaves.· Colourful velvets for the outer case began to appear in the early nineteenth century.· D., there began to appear on the Roman horizon disturbing signs of cultural decline and moral decay.· But it was after he'd given her the ring that the cracks had begun to appear in her façade.· The problem surfaced as annual property tax bills began appearing in mailboxes this week.· In 1976 and 1977 the first chess-playing microprocessors began to appear.· We were all rather drunk now, and for some reason the bar began to appear sinister to me.
WORD FAMILYnounappearance ≠ disappearancereappearanceverbappear ≠ disappearreappear
1seem [linking verb] used when saying how someone or something seems. Appear is more formal than seemappear to be something The diamonds appeared to be genuine.appear to do something The research appears to show that the drug is effective in most cases.appear to somebody He didn't appear to me to be a violent man.it appears (that) (=used when saying what you think has happened or is true) It appears that all the files have been deleted.there appear(s) to be something (=used when saying what you think has happened or is true) There appears to be some kind of problem. Police have found what appear to be human remains. He tried to make it appear that she had committed suicide. It may be less useful than it first appears.appear + adj During the interview she appeared calm and relaxed. I don’t want to appear rude.so it would appear (=used when saying that something seems to be true, although you are not completely sure) ‘Have they gone?’ ‘So it would appear.’GRAMMARLinking verbsAppear is a linking verb. This type of verb links the subject of the sentence with an adjective or noun: · His explanation appears unlikely.· This appears a good solution.Using the progressiveAppear is not used in the progressive in this meaning. You say: · He appears to be unhappy. ✗Don’t say: He is appearing to be unhappy.Grammar guide ‒ VERBS2start to be seen [intransitive always + adverb/preposition] to start to be seen, to arrive, or to exist in a place, especially suddenly: Two faces appeared at our window. A man suddenly appeared from behind a tree. Small cracks appeared in the wall. It was nearly an hour before Sweeney appeared in the pub.appear from nowhere/out of nowhere (=appear suddenly and unexpectedly) The car seemed to appear from nowhere.3film/tv programme etc [intransitive always + adverb/preposition] to take part in a film, play, concert, television programme etcappear in a film/play She has already appeared in a number of films.appear on television/stage He appeared on national television to deny the claims.appear at a theatre etc4book/newspaper etc [intransitive always + adverb/preposition] to be written or shown on a list, in a book or newspaper, in a document etc: The story appeared in all the national newspapers. Some of the material used has appeared in print before (=has been published).5available/known [intransitive always + adverb/preposition] to become widely available or known about: The new range will be appearing in shops in the autumn. New courses are appearing every year.6law court/meeting [intransitive always + adverb/preposition] to go to a law court or other official meeting to give information, answer questions etc: The three men are due to appear in court tomorrow.appear before a court/judge/committee etc She appeared before Colchester magistrates charged with attempted murder.appear for somebody/on behalf of somebody (=to be the legal representative for someone) Sir Nicholas Gammon QC appeared on behalf of the defendant.THESAURUSappear to start to be seen, especially suddenly: · A few small white clouds appeared on the horizon.pop up to appear very suddenly: · A woman’s face popped up from the other side of the fence.become visible to gradually start to be able to be seen: · The shape of the baby’s head gradually became visible on the screen.come into view if something comes into view, you start to see it as you move closer to it, or it gets closer to you: · The white cliffs of Dover came into view.come out if the sun, moon, or the stars come out, they suddenly appear: · The sun came out from behind a cloud.loom/loom up if a large frightening object or person looms, they appear suddenly: · The dark shape of the castle loomed up out of the mist.· The man’s face suddenly loomed over him.resurface to appear again after being lost or missing: · The girl’s father has resurfaced after six years of no contact.