seems

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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seems

"While it seems obvious that ships sailing long distances need repairs, it's simply not easy to demonstrate this," concluded Charrié.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 21, 2026

After 15 seasons and countless battles against fellow stars of the league, Ogwumike seems content to pass the torch to the next generation of players.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026

Throughout this year, the entire country seems to have been afflicted with the weather-app blues.

From Slate ● Aug. 21, 2026

It’s not as easy as it seems, especially for someone you love, and I applaud you for that.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 21, 2026

“Does that sound like you, Lexie? Based on what you’ve told me, it seems like you have so much consideration for your dad’s priorities that it’s at the expense of yourself.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam