appearance
The way that someone or something looks on the outside, or the act of arriving or becoming visible in a particular place. It often refers to the public impression a person gives, which may or may not reflect their true nature.
예시
3 / 5She was very concerned about her physical appearance before the job interview.
She was very concerned about her physical appearance before the job interview.
The witness is required to make a formal appearance in court next Tuesday.
The witness is required to make a formal appearance in court next Tuesday.
He finally made an appearance at the party just as we were about to leave.
He finally made an appearance at the party just as we were about to leave.
어휘 가족
암기 팁
Think of an 'appearance' as the 'entrance' of a 'peer'—it’s how someone shows up and is seen by their equals.
빠른 퀴즈
Despite her tired ____, she managed to lead the board meeting with incredible focus and authority.
정답!
정답은: appearance
예시
She was very concerned about her physical appearance before the job interview.
everydayShe was very concerned about her physical appearance before the job interview.
The witness is required to make a formal appearance in court next Tuesday.
formalThe witness is required to make a formal appearance in court next Tuesday.
He finally made an appearance at the party just as we were about to leave.
informalHe finally made an appearance at the party just as we were about to leave.
The sudden appearance of new data challenged the existing scientific consensus.
academicThe sudden appearance of new data challenged the existing scientific consensus.
Maintaining a professional appearance is crucial for building trust with high-level clients.
businessMaintaining a professional appearance is crucial for building trust with high-level clients.
어휘 가족
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
judging by appearances
judging by appearances
by all appearances
by all appearances
put in an appearance
put in an appearance
자주 혼동되는 단어
An 'aspect' is a specific feature or part of something, while 'appearance' refers to the total outward look or the act of showing up.
Resemblance is the state of looking like someone else, whereas appearance is just how one looks individually.
사용 참고사항
At the C1 level, 'appearance' is often used to discuss the philosophy of perception versus reality. It is also the standard term for a legal or professional 'showing up' in a specific venue.
자주 하는 실수
Learners sometimes use 'appearance' when they mean 'performance' or 'behavior.' Also, ensure not to confuse the uncountable sense (general look) with the countable sense (an instance of showing up).
암기 팁
Think of an 'appearance' as the 'entrance' of a 'peer'—it’s how someone shows up and is seen by their equals.
어원
Derived from the Old French 'aparance,' stemming from the Latin 'apparere' meaning 'to come into sight.'
문법 패턴
문화적 맥락
Western idioms like 'don't judge a book by its cover' emphasize that 'appearance' can be deceptive and is less important than character.
빠른 퀴즈
Despite her tired ____, she managed to lead the board meeting with incredible focus and authority.
정답!
정답은: appearance
관련 어휘
관련 단어
arbiter
B2An arbiter is a person or authority who has the power to settle a dispute or decide what is right, acceptable, or fashionable. It can refer to a formal legal role or a metaphorical judge of cultural and social standards.
arbitrarily
C2To act in a way that is based on random choice or personal whim rather than any reason or system. It often implies a decision-making process that is perceived as unfair or lacking logical justification.
arbitrariness
C1The quality of being based on random choice or personal whim rather than any reason, system, or logical necessity. It often describes decisions, rules, or actions that appear unfair or unpredictable because they lack a clear underlying principle.
arbitrator
C2A neutral third party officially appointed to settle a dispute between two conflicting parties outside of a court of law. Their role is to hear evidence from both sides and issue a final, typically legally binding, decision known as an award.
arboreal
B2Arboreal describes animals that live in trees or things relating to trees. It is most commonly used in biological contexts to distinguish tree-dwelling species from those that live on the ground or in water.
appreciate
B2To recognize the full worth or quality of something, or to be grateful for a gesture or action. It can also mean to understand a situation fully or to increase in value over time.
approbate
C1To formally or officially sanction, approve, or authorize an action, document, or status. It is typically used in legal, ecclesiastical, or high-level administrative contexts to indicate authoritative validation.
approve
C1Officially sanctioned or accepted as being of an adequate standard or satisfying certain requirements. It describes something that has received formal authorization or endorsement from a person or body in authority.
apropos
B2Something that is apropos is very appropriate or relevant to a particular situation or subject being discussed. It describes a remark, action, or timing that fits perfectly with the current circumstances.
arboretum
C1A botanical garden specifically devoted to the cultivation and exhibition of a wide variety of trees and shrubs for scientific or educational purposes. It serves as a living collection of woody plants, often featuring rare or non-native species.
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