Dissapear vs. Disappear: What's the Difference?
Edited by Sumera Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on October 17, 2023
"Dissapear" is an incorrect spelling of the word "disappear," which means to cease to be visible.
Which is correct: Dissapear or Disappear
How to spell Disappear?
Dissapear is Incorrect
Disappear is Correct
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Key Differences
"Disappear" has one 's' and two 'p's, just like "appear" but with "dis-" in front.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 17, 2023
Associate "dis-" with other words like "disconnect" to remember the single 's'.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 17, 2023
Recall that "appear" is at the root of "disappear" and carries its correct spelling.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 17, 2023
Think of the phrase "Do It Some Place Else And Really Disappear" as a mnemonic to remember the correct letters.
Janet White
Oct 17, 2023
The correct word has "appear" in it; anything else should "disappear."
Janet White
Oct 17, 2023
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Dissapear and Disappear Definitions
Disappear
To go away or leave, especially suddenly.
She disappeared from the party early.
Aimie Carlson
Sep 16, 2023
Disappear
To cease to exist or be in use.
The tradition seemed to disappear over time.
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Sep 16, 2023
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Disappear
To pass out of sight; vanish
The moon disappeared behind the clouds.
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Sep 13, 2023
Disappear
To cease to be seen; be missing or unfound
Her purse disappeared from her locker. The plane disappeared somewhere over the Pacific Ocean.
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Sep 13, 2023
Disappear
To cease to exist
Dinosaurs disappeared at the end of the Cretaceous Period.
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Sep 13, 2023
Disappear
To cause (someone) to disappear, especially by kidnapping or murder.
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Sep 13, 2023
Disappear
(intransitive) To go missing; to become a missing person.
Eighteen years after Jaycee Dugard disappeared in 1991, she was found alive in the summer of 2009.
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Sep 13, 2023
Disappear
(transitive) To make vanish; especially, to abduct and murder surreptitiously for political reasons.
The Chinese government is well-known for disappearing particularly-vocal political dissidents.
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Sep 13, 2023
Disappear
To cease to appear or to be perceived; to pass from view, gradually or suddenly; to vanish; to be no longer seen; as, darkness disappears at the approach of light; a ship disappears as she sails from port.
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Sep 13, 2023
Disappear
Get lost, especially without warning or explanation;
He disappeared without a trace
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Sep 13, 2023
Disappear
Become invisible or unnoticeable;
The effect vanished when day broke
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Sep 13, 2023
Disappear
Become less intense and fade away gradually;
Her resistance melted under his charm
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Sep 13, 2023
Disappear
To become less intense or noticeable.
The symptoms will disappear after treatment.
Aimie Carlson
Sep 16, 2023
FAQs
Which conjunction is used with disappear?
"And," as in "disappear and reappear."
Harlon Moss
Oct 17, 2023
Which preposition is used with disappear?
"Into," as in "disappear into thin air."
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Oct 17, 2023
Why is it called disappear?
It's a compound of "dis-" (a prefix meaning to reverse) and "appear," meaning to cease being visible.
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Oct 17, 2023
Is disappear a negative or positive word?
Generally negative but context-dependent.
Harlon Moss
Oct 17, 2023
Is the word disappear imperative?
It can be used in the imperative mood ("Disappear!").
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 17, 2023
How is disappear used in a sentence?
"The sun will disappear below the horizon soon."
Aimie Carlson
Oct 17, 2023
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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Sumera SaeedSumera is an experienced content writer and editor with a niche in comparative analysis. At Diffeence Wiki, she crafts clear and unbiased comparisons to guide readers in making informed decisions. With a dedication to thorough research and quality, Sumera's work stands out in the digital realm. Off the clock, she enjoys reading and exploring diverse cultures.
