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Synonyms for Seemingly

"Seemingly" means appearing or appearing to be true, although it may not be. It is often used to indicate that something looks a certain way but may not be what it seems.

Synonyms for seemingly:

Apparently, outwardly, ostensibly, evidently, supposedly, and on the surface

Meanings of the synonyms for seemingly:

Apparently: This suggests that something is clear or obvious from appearances.

Outwardly: This emphasizes the surface appearance, suggesting that something may not be as it seems.

Ostensibly: This implies that something is stated or appears to be a certain way, but may not be the actual case.

Evidently: This suggests that something is clear and obvious, even though it may not be obvious to everyone.

Supposedly: This indicates that something is said or believed to be true, but it is not necessarily so.

On the surface: This emphasizes the superficial appearance, suggesting that something may not be as it seems.

Examples:

A seemingly endless line of cars stretched across the highway.

The old house looked abandoned, seemingly unoccupied for years.

He was a seemingly calm man, but he could be very angry when provoked.

The task seemed impossible, but with hard work, they completed it.

The factory closure is seemingly inevitable, but there's still a chance to negotiate.

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