Synonyms

deem

American

[deem] / dim /

verb (used without object)

to form or have an opinion; judge; think.

He did not deem lightly of the issue.

verb (used with object)

to hold as an opinion; think; regard as.

He deemed it wise to refuse the offer.

Synonyms:

believe, hold, consider

deem British

/ diːm /

verb

(tr) to judge or consider

I do not deem him worthy of this honour

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Etymology

Origin of deem

First recorded before 900; Middle English demen, Old English dēman; cognate with Gothic dōmjan, Old High German tuomen; doom

Example Sentences

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In the statement announcing the removal of the former prince's titles, the Palace said: "These censures are deemed necessary, notwithstanding the fact that he continues to deny the allegations against him."

From BBC

The health ministry's figures have been deemed reliable by the UN and other human rights groups and widely cited by international media.

From BBC

When someone files for benefits with the Social Security Administration, the deemed filing rule applies.

From MarketWatch

But college athletes are not recognized as employees — they are deemed contractors, instead — and they do not have a CBA.

From MarketWatch

Players can be deemed uninsurable for several reasons, a source told The Times in 2023.

From Los Angeles Times

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