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outer appearance
[/ˈaʊtər əˈpɪrəns/]
noun
pl: outer appearances
aparência externa
1.
the way someone or something looks on the outside; physical appearance visible to others
Despite his rough outer appearance, he had a kind heart.
Apesar de sua aparência externa áspera, ele tinha um coração bondoso.
2.
the surface impression or outward impression of something
The house had an impressive outer appearance, but the interior needed repairs.
A casa tinha uma aparência externa impressionante, mas o interior precisava de reparos.
Synonyms
outward appearance
physical appearance
exterior look
surface appearance
façade
Antonyms
inner appearance
inner self
true nature
internal character
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
aparência externa
most common and standard usage
São Paulo
aparência externa / aparência de fora
both forms used interchangeably
Portugal
aparência externa / aspecto exterior
aspecto exterior also commonly used
Related Idioms & Phrases
don't judge a book by its cover
appearances can be deceiving
all that glitters is not gold
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