APPEARANCE

n. 1 arrival, advent; presence; publication I was awaiting the appearance of the book in the shops 2 aspect, look(s), form; mien, air, demeanour; bearing, manner The doorman would not let him in because of his shabby appearance 3 display, show Their fine horses with their rich trappings made a splendid appearance 4 semblance, show, hint, suggestion; illusion She gave no appearance of wanting to go