Meaning of the word disappear in English

What does disappear mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

disappear

US /ˌdɪs.əˈpɪr/

UK /ˌdɪs.əˈpɪər/

cease to be visible

Example:

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The magician made the rabbit disappear.

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The sun disappeared behind the clouds.

Synonym:

vanish fade evaporate dissolve

Antonym:

appear emerge

cease to exist or be in use

Example:

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Many traditional crafts have disappeared over time.

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The old customs are slowly disappearing.

Synonym:

cease end perish die out

Antonym:

appear emerge flourish

Related Word:

do a disappearing act