seemingly

Definition

As it appears; apparently.

Etymology

From Middle English semyngly, equivalent to seeming + -ly.

Example Sentences

• "[…] an object, seemingly like those which we have experienced, may be attended with different or contrary effects."
• "Mr. Woodhouse at last was off; but Mr. Knightley, instead of being immediately off likewise, sat down again, seemingly inclined for more chat. He began speaking of Harriet, and speaking of her with more voluntary praise than Emma had ever heard before."
• "Then everybody once more knelt, and soon the blessing was pronounced. The choir and the clergy trooped out slowly, […], down the nave to the western door. […] At a seemingly immense distance the surpliced group stopped to say the last prayer."