Definitions

seem

[seem] / sim /

VERB

appear; give the impression

Synonyms

STRONGEST

imply look show sound suggest

STRONG

assume hint insinuate intimate pretend resemble

WEAK

be suggestive of convey the impression create the impression give the feeling of give the idea of have the appearance of have the aspects of have the earmarks of have the features of have the qualities of look as if look like look to be make a show of show every sign of sound like strike one as being

Antonyms

WEAK

be real

Example Sentences

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The Bureau of Street Lighting, with 177 employees and a relatively modest budget of $49.4 million, would seem an unlikely player in the broader debate over police surveillance.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Trade appears to have remained resilient despite headwinds from the war in the Middle East, which seem to have been partly offset by rising demand for electronic components related to investment in AI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The reaction might seem counterintuitive considering the top-line miss.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

The administration is likely considering using Defense Production Act authorities, but the Veda expert said he doesn’t think those seem like a good fit.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

I don’t recall paying for a meal on either of my previous visits, but why seem ungrateful by mentioning it?

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

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