Word Verb
reappear
v.
B1 Intermediate US /ˌɹiəˈpɪɹ/ UK /ɹˌiːɐpˈiə/ reap·pear UK spelling reappeared, reappears
Definition
v.to show up again after being gone or hidden for a while.
v.to become visible or present again after a period of absence or obscurity.
Examples
“The sun began to reappear from behind the thick clouds.”
“After disappearing for several weeks, the cat suddenly decided to reappear at the back door looking for food.”
“The symptoms of the disease may reappear if the patient fails to complete the full course of prescribed medication, even if they feel healthy initially.”
Usage
The verb is intransitive and does not take a direct object.
Pitfall
The sun was reappearedThe sun reappeared
Reappear is an intransitive verb and cannot be used in the passive voice.
This entry
Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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