Seem

/siːm/

Meaning & Definition

verb
to give the impression of being something or having a particular quality.
It seems that we will have to wait for the train.
to appear to be; to give the impression of.
She seems very happy with her new job.
to have a particular quality or appearance.
The results seem to indicate a need for further research.
used to suggest that something is true based on a perception or belief.
He seems to know what he’s talking about.

Etymology

Old English 'seeman', related to the German 'scheinen' and Dutch 'schijnen'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

seems to be:
gives the appearance of being something
it seems that:
it appears that
seems like:
appears to be
as it seems:
based on the apparent facts
what seems to be:
what appears to be true or real

Related Words

Slang Meanings

To appear to be a certain way based on behavior.
He seems chill, but he can be intense.
To give off a vibe or impression.
She seems like the fun type.