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

appear
to become visible or noticeable
look
to direct one's gaze in a specified direction
imply
to suggest something without saying it directly

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.