seemingly
Translation
seemingly, apparently
Examples
He was seemingly calm after the accident.
He was seemingly calm after the accident.
The task was seemingly impossible.
The task was seemingly impossible.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) apparently (adjective) The task was seemingly impossible.
Similar Words
Synonyms: apparently, outwardly, on the surface
Etymology
From 'seem' + '-ing' + '-ly' (adverb suffix). It describes how something 'seems'.
Memory Tips
Use 'seemingly' to describe an appearance that might be different from the reality. 'Seem' + '-ly' = adverb form.