at first glance Synonyms

at first glance Meaning

Wordnet

at first glance (r)

on first seeing (someone or something); immediately

after an initial impression, which later proves incorrect

at first glance Sentence Examples

  1. At first glance, the old mansion appeared abandoned, but upon closer inspection, lights flickered in the windows.
  2. At first glance, the math problem seemed daunting, but after reviewing it, she realized it was straightforward.
  3. At first glance, the painting looked like a simple landscape, but upon closer examination, hidden details emerged.
  4. At first glance, the new employee seemed shy, but as they settled in, their confidence began to show.
  5. At first glance, the menu seemed overwhelming, but after perusing it, she found several appetizing options.
  6. At first glance, the assignment appeared easy, but as he started working on it, he encountered challenges.
  7. At first glance, the project looked incomplete, but as they reviewed the progress, they realized it was on track.
  8. At first glance, the novel seemed dull, but after reading a few chapters, it became captivating.
  9. At first glance, the problem seemed unsolvable, but with perseverance, a solution was found.
  10. At first glance, the city skyline looked ordinary, but as the sun set, it transformed into a breathtaking panorama.

FAQs About the word at first glance

on first seeing (someone or something); immediately, after an initial impression, which later proves incorrect

peek,glimpse, look, sight, peep, glare, gaze, eye,stare, view

view, examine, view, study, gaze, survey, question, question, survey, overlook

At first glance, the old mansion appeared abandoned, but upon closer inspection, lights flickered in the windows.

At first glance, the math problem seemed daunting, but after reviewing it, she realized it was straightforward.

At first glance, the painting looked like a simple landscape, but upon closer examination, hidden details emerged.

At first glance, the new employee seemed shy, but as they settled in, their confidence began to show.