What is another word for by all appearances?

Pronunciation: [ba͡ɪ ˈɔːl ɐpˈi͡əɹənsɪz] (IPA)

By all indications, based on external observations, seemingly, apparently, outwardly, from all outward signs, on the face of it, judging from what can be seen, ostensibly, it appears, it seems, as far as one can tell, on the surface, on the face of things, to all appearances, to judge by appearances, from appearances. All of these words and phrases share the idea of presenting a certain image or impression, but with degrees of certainty and subjectivity. While "by all appearances" suggests confidence in a conclusion drawn from observations, synonyms like "seemingly" and "apparently" hint at a greater degree of uncertainty and subjectivity.

Synonyms for By all appearances:

What are the hypernyms for By all appearances?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    Apparent situation, Begrudging recognition, Ostensible state, Presumed condition, Surface truth.

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