seemingly (C1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈsiːmɪŋli/

Definition

According to what is known or can be seen, but not necessarily the case; apparently.

Examples

• The task was seemingly impossible, but they found a way to complete it.

• He was seemingly calm, but inside he was panicking.

• The house looked seemingly deserted, with no lights on and no cars in the driveway.

Synonyms of seemingly

Words with a similar meaning to seemingly:

• apparently
• evidently
• ostensibly
• purportedly

Antonyms of seemingly

Words with the opposite meaning to seemingly:

• actually
• certainly
• undoubtedly

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