At First Sight (Adverb)
Meaning 1
On first seeing (someone or something); immediately; "it was love at first sight".
Examples
- The beautiful sculpture left a lasting impression on me at first sight I immediately knew I had to have it.
- Her beauty captured his heart and it was love at first sight when he met her.
- She fell in love with the city at first sight and decided to move there.
- The tourists stopped at the entrance in amazement of the stunning view at first sight.
- The artist received massive acclaim at first sight of her paintings displayed at the exhibition.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
After an initial impression, which later proves incorrect.
Examples
- She thought he was aloof at first sight, but as she got to know him, she discovered his kind and gentle nature.
- At first sight, the new policy seemed like a great idea, but after a few months of implementation, numerous issues arose.
- He was taken aback by her blunt honesty at first sight, but later grew to appreciate her straightforwardness.
- The new employee seemed quiet and unapproachable at first sight, but turned out to be the office's resident jokester.
- The tourists initially thought the small village was dull at first sight, but after wandering the streets, they uncovered its hidden charm.