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seeming manner
[/ˈsiːmɪŋ ˈmænər/]
noun phrase
pl: seeming manners
aparência, modo aparente
1.
The way something appears to be; the outward appearance or demeanor that may not reflect reality
Despite his seeming manner of confidence, he was actually quite nervous.
Apesar de sua aparência de confiança, ele estava na verdade bastante nervoso.
2.
An external or superficial mode of behavior or presentation
Her seeming manner of indifference masked a deep emotional concern.
Seu modo aparente de indiferença ocultava uma preocupação emocional profunda.
Synonyms
apparent manner
outward appearance
superficial demeanor
façade
pretense
Antonyms
true nature
genuine manner
authentic behavior
sincere demeanor
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
aparência, modo aparente
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
aparência, modo aparente
Standard usage in European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
appears to be
on the surface
seemingly
not what it seems
looks can be deceiving
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