seemingly — appearing to be true or real but not necessarily so; apparently
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: appearing to be true or real but not necessarily so; apparently
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsiːmɪŋli/
Korean meaning: 겉보기에는, 외견상, 언뜻 보기에
Korean pronunciation: **씨**밍리
Example Sentences
- My cat seemingly understands every word I say, but still ignores me completely
- The seemingly quiet library erupted into chaos when someone's phone played 'Baby Shark' at full volume
- The new policy seemingly benefits everyone, but we need to examine the details carefully
seemingly
ADVERB//ˈsiːmɪŋli//
appearing to be true or real but not necessarily so; apparently
The woman sits seemingly peaceful while her phone shows urgent alerts
The oasis gleamingly calls, but seemingly dreamingly falls
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From the Middle English word 'semen' meaning 'to seem,' derived from Old Norse 'sœma' meaning 'to beseem or befit.' Combined with the suffix '-ing' to form the present participle, and later '-ly' to create an adverb.
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📝Examples
“My cat seemingly understands every word I say, but still ignores me completely”
“The seemingly quiet library erupted into chaos when someone's phone played 'Baby Shark' at full volume”
“The new policy seemingly benefits everyone, but we need to examine the details carefully”
“He seemingly recovered from his illness overnight, which surprised the doctors”
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