Apparent or Apparant

Which is the correct spelling? The correct spelling is Apparent (not Apparant).

Correct Spelling

Apparent

Incorrect Spelling

Apparant

How common is this error?

There are 16,000 search results on Bing for the misspelling 'Apparant'. 'Apparant' ranks in the top 110 of most common errors caught by TripleChecker, with at least 96 websites containing this mistake.¹

Part of speech and definition

The word 'apparent' can function as an adjective and, in some contexts, as an adverb (though this usage is less common). As an adjective, it means clearly visible or understood; obvious. In some contexts, it can also imply something that seems to be the case based on available evidence but may not be the full truth.

Examples of apparent being used in a sentence:

Correct The apparent joy on her face masked the struggles she faced daily.
Incorrect The apparant joy on her face masked the struggles she faced daily.
Correct It became apparent that the team's strategy needed a major overhaul after their recent losses.
Incorrect It became apparant that the team's strategy needed a major overhaul after their recent losses.
Correct His apparent lack of interest in the subject surprised the teacher, who had always found him engaged before.
Incorrect His apparant lack of interest in the subject surprised the teacher, who had always found him engaged before.

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Other common questions

What is the correct spelling?

Apparent

What is its origin?

The word 'apparent' originates from the Latin word 'apparens,' which is the present participle of 'apparere,' meaning 'to appear.' This Latin term is composed of 'ad-' meaning 'to' and 'parere' meaning 'to appear' or 'to come forth.' The term evolved into Middle French as 'apparent' before entering the English language.

How do you pronounce apparent?

The word "apparent" is pronounced as /əˈpɛr.ənt/. It has three syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.

Any tips for using the word in a sentence?

The word 'apparent' can be used in a sentence like, "Her apparent confidence masked her underlying anxiety." When using 'apparent,' it is important to ensure it is spelled correctly and to remember that it often implies something that seems true based on visible evidence but may not be the case upon closer examination. Additionally, be cautious with context, as 'apparent' can suggest a degree of subjectivity in interpretation.

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1: Data as of 09/01/2024.