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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To fans, publicity stunts like the opening of The Situation Room bar might seem harmless.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

The company’s results Wednesday don’t seem likely to shift that pattern.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

There are a whole lot of emergency management people who don’t seem to be raising their hands here.

From Slate • May 21, 2026

"At first blush, this case may not seem momentous," said Koh from the trade union confederation.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Ravens are protected by the state and they seem to know it.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen