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

He seems sure about it, and the prospectus looks impressive.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 12, 2026

The idea seems to be that the state down payment loan would obviate the higher interest rates buyers would otherwise have to pay under federal programs if they put only 3% down.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 12, 2026

Miss Danielle seems like the right choice to audition for because the role is age-appropriate, and Mona wants to be included however she can be.

From Salon ● Oct. 12, 2026

Narayan on Monday warned that "it seems likely, if not inevitable, that our own cyber defences will be breached".

From Barron's ● Oct. 12, 2026

You watch him for a minute, noticing how he helps carry chairs, how he seems to know everyone.

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