Synonyms for

Seem

Verb / si:m / Another word for seem — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To give the impression of being something or to appear to be true.

Synonyms & similar words

appear look appear look sound perceive seemingly suggest

Synonyms by register

Formal

appear strike as give the impression of

Informal

look sound feel like come across as

Literary

betoken portend loom

Antonyms

be know prove demonstrate appear manifest exist

Common collocations

  • seem like
  • seem to be
  • seem to have
  • it seems that
  • seem impossible
  • seem strange
  • seem reasonable
  • seem unlikely

Word family

noun seeming
adjective seeming

Usage note

Often followed by 'to be' or 'to have'. Can also be followed by an adjective or a clause starting with 'that'.

Example sentences

  1. It seems like everyone is going to the party except for me.
  2. The cake seems to be delicious.
  3. The sky seems to be clear today.
  4. It seems as though we are going to miss our flight.
  5. She seems like a nice person.

Quotes

  • Things are not always what they seem.
  • I never have a sense of belonging, and I never seem to fit in.
  • Good things come to those who seem to wait forever.

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