seemingly /ˈsiːmɪŋli/ adverb2 •As it appears; apparently.[…] an object, seemingly like those which we have experienced, may be attended with different or contrary effects. — 1748 •In a seemly manner; decorously; with propriety.It was possibly chagrin at this neglect that caused James to omit the most ordinary courtesies to the few gentlemen who had behaved seemingly:[…]. — 1950 formsmore seemingly · most seemingly