Pronunciation

/siːm/

Definitions

Verb

1. Verb (transitive): To give the appearance of; to suggest or imply something without being certain. ["The weather seems fine today."]
2. Verb (intransitive): To appear or be perceived as such; to have a particular quality or characteristic. ["Her words seemed sincere."]

Adjective

1. Describing perception: Seeming or appearing to be true or real. ["It seems like a good idea."]
2. Expressing probability: Giving the impression that something is likely to happen. ["It seems likely that they will arrive soon."]

Phrases

• “Seem normal”
• “Seem impossible”
• “Seem to be”
• “Seemingly obvious”
• “Seems like a no-brainer”

Example Sentences

• Verb (transitive): “The old house seemed abandoned, but we later learned it was just unoccupied.”
• Verb (intransitive): “Her explanation seemed reasonable, so I accepted it.”
• Adjective: “His success seems almost effortless.”
• Phrases: “The situation seems dire” or “The solution seems straightforward.”

Synonyms

• Appear
• Seemingly
• Give the impression of
• Suggest
• Indicate
• Imply
• Pose
• Present as

Antonyms

• Conceal
• Deny
• Misrepresent
• Counterfeit
• Mislead
• Misinterpret