The appearance
Example: The appearance of the chair is different from its reality.
Definition
"The appearance" in philosophy refers to the way something seems or is perceived by the senses, which may differ from its true nature or reality. It highlights the distinction between how things look and what they actually are behind that surface.
Etymology
The phrase "the appearance" comes from the Latin word 'apparitio,' meaning 'a coming into sight' or 'manifestation.' It entered English through Old French, gradually developing its philosophical sense to describe how phenomena present themselves to observers, distinct from their underlying reality.
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"The appearance" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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