Synonyms for
Seemed
Definition
To give the impression of being something or having a particular quality.
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Common collocations
- seemed like a good idea
- seemed to be
- seemed to think
- seemed to work
- seemed to understand
- seemed to be the case
- seemed to have
Word family
Usage note
Seem is often followed by an infinitive (e.g., 'He seemed to be happy') or a clause introduced by 'that' (e.g., 'It seemed that he was happy'). Avoid using 'seem' with adjectives that describe a definite state, as it implies uncertainty.
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Example sentences
- The sky seemed bluer than usual today.
- The movie seemed longer than it actually was.
- It seemed like everyone was having a good time at the party.
- He seemed nervous during the interview.
- The food seemed cold by the time we got home.
Quotes
It seemed the world was divided into good and bad people. The good ones slept better, while the bad ones seemed to enjoy the waking hours much more. - Woody Allen
He who has never hoped can never despair. - George Bernard Shaw
The truth is rarely pure and never simple. - Oscar Wilde