Definitions

stemmed

[stemd] / stɛmd /

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come from v.
prevent, stop v.

VERB

come from

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arise derive emanate

STRONG

develop flow head issue originate proceed rise spring

WEAK

be bred be brought about be caused be generated

Antonyms

STRONG

cease decrease end halt lessen repress stop

WEAK

abet aid cause encourage help

VERB

prevent, stop

Synonyms

STRONGEST

contain curb hinder resist restrain withstand

STRONG

arrest check control dam oppose stay

WEAK

bring to a standstill hold back

Antonyms

STRONGEST

aid assist encourage help

STRONG

let go liberate release

WEAK

abet cause

Example Sentences

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stemmed

McLaughlin said his love of the outdoors stemmed from childhood.

From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026

Not all of the recent cancellations stemmed from funding concerns.

From Salon ● Sep. 28, 2026

The city’s investigation stemmed from a 2023 law setting pay rates for delivery drivers.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026

Artificial-intelligence stocks have stemmed the bleeding, after a selloff on Monday spurred by concerns that major model creators would start taking a more disciplined approach to AI development and spending.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 15, 2026

She smiled, patting my hand, comforting me, even now that my distress stemmed from her own peril.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline

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