Meaning & Definition of word "Seem"
Seem
/siːm/
verb:
- 1. to give the impression of being something or having a particular quality.
- Example: It seems that we will have to wait for the train.
- 2. to appear to be; to give the impression of.
- Example: She seems very happy with her new job.
- 3. to have a particular quality or appearance.
- Example: The results seem to indicate a need for further research.
- 4. used to suggest that something is true based on a perception or belief.
- Example: 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 of seem
Meaning: To appear to be a certain way based on behavior.
● Example Sentence: He seems chill, but he can be intense.
Meaning: To give off a vibe or impression.
● Example Sentence: She seems like the fun type.