simple past tense and past participle of make an appearance

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of make an appearance

present participle of make an appearance

It is not possible to judge a person's character from their outward appearance.

Alternative form of to all appearances

So far as anyone can tell by observation; apparently.

To attend an event briefly but not stay.

Synonym of keep up appearances

Ellipsis of abrupt appearance theory. / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see abrupt, appearance.

A fee paid by the organizer to a popular competitor in a sporting event, ensuring that they will attend and thus draw crowds.