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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"We seem to be giving this generation excuses for not being resilient," Ebenezer said, adding: "We are preparing students for life."

From BBC • Jul. 3, 2026

Europeans constantly seem taken aback at how seriously Americans take themselves.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026

McConnell’s office doesn’t seem eager to get more specific: They still haven’t said why he’s in the hospital.

From Slate • Jul. 2, 2026

In the age of social media and constantly shifting micro-food-trends, people don’t seem to have a problem with buying new ingredients.

From Salon • Jul. 2, 2026

Oslak didn’t seem to mind, but Renn flashed her brother a sour glance.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver

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