Meaning of the word seem in English

What does seem mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

seem

US /siːm/

UK /siːm/

to give the impression of being something or having a particular quality

Example:

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She seems happy today.

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It seems like a good idea.

Synonym:

appear look feel sound

to think or consider something to be true or likely

Example:

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It seems to me that you're mistaken.

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He seems to be telling the truth.

Synonym:

appear believe consider judge