However, its modesty belies its importance as a pilgrim centre. Its expense, however, somewhat belies its true scarcity. Insisting she has no regrets, her overwhelming guilt belies her true feelings. Further, convergent evolution belies the unpredictability that Gould supposes. A deceptive minimalism belies this machine's utility and value. Petite, blonde, pretty, she is demure in a way that belies her occupation. Her "calm, hushed, clear singing" belies the album's "mood of heartbroken defiance". His cold appearance belies a gentle nature. From the outside, Santa Maria gives an impression of massive severity that belies the interior. The Great Dane's large and imposing appearance belies its friendly nature. After Grave reaches the top, the serene atmosphere belies the fight that is to come. The story follows Amu Hinamori, whose "cool and spicy" exterior belies her introverted personality. The flag's very simple design belies the depth of meaning attributed to it. These images represent Dharmapalas "Protectors"; their fearsome bearing belies their true compassionate nature. The visibility of prostitution in Laos belies the practice's illegality.