Appearingly is an adverb that means something that only seems to be present or to exist. Some synonyms of appearingly are seemingly, ostensibly, allegedly, purportedly, superficially and apparently. Seemingly is a synonym that describes something that appears to be true but may not be entirely accurate. Ostensibly means something that appears to be genuine or real but may not be so. Allegedly refers to a statement or action that is unproven. Purportedly denotes something that is claimed by others to be true. Superficially implies something that is only on the surface without significant depth or detail. Apparently describes something that is evident or obvious. Each synonym has a slightly different connotation than the other.