The phrase "it appears that" is often used to express uncertainty or speculation. Its antonyms can convey confidence, certainty, or factuality. Words like "undeniably," "clearly," "definitely" or "unequivocally" can help the speaker or writer to make a strong statement. Alternatively, using "unlikely," "doubtful" or "improbable" can express disbelief or skepticism. Another option is to use verbs instead of noun phrases, such as "we know that," "we can say for sure," or "we are certain that." By selecting the right antonym for "it appears that," you can shift the tone from ambiguity to certainty or skepticism.

What are the antonyms for It appears that?

• adv.

  • apparently
  • dubiously
  ,
  • equivocally
  ,
  • improbably
  ,
  • questionably
  ,
  • uncertain
  ,
  • unlikely
  .

Famous quotes with It appears that

• We have been through this is biennial convulsion four or five different times over the past 10 or 12 years, and now it appears that we are going through this quiet agony all over again.

  Everett Dirksen
• In Europe, it appears that in the name of democracy, elites are pursuing an autocratic, centralized power, seeking economic control and social regimentation.

  Maggie Gallagher
• People here argue about religion interminably, but it appears that they are competing at the same time to see who can be the least devout.

  Charles de Secondat
• I have always believed, heretofore, in the doctrines of the Declaration of Independence, that all men are born free and equal; but of late it appears that some men are born slaves, and I regret that they are not black, so all the world might know them.

  Benjamin F. Wade
• Even though worker capacity and motivation are destroyed when leaders choose power over productivity, it appears that bosses would rather be in control than have the organization work well.

  Margaret J. Wheatley

Synonyms:

abnegation, acknowledge, action, appendage, authorisation, authorization, bachelor of arts in nursing, banish, banning, bar.