CEFR C1

seemingly

adverb

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: apparently, evidently, ostensibly, purportedly

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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.

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