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past tense form of deem.
past participle of deem.

Synonyms

deemed

American

[deemd] / dimd /

adjective

assumed or judged.

No one ships cars here from the United States—it would cost you 85% duty on the deemed value of the car!

verb

the simple past tense and past participle of deem.

Etymology

Origin of deemed

deem ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Deemed a success, it was soon offered in prisons across the country, as well as in schools, business, churches, shelters and in more than 50 countries.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 19, 2023

Deemed official "spoils of war", they were brought to the UK for sale or to be distributed to soldiers who had taken part in the raid.

From BBC • Nov. 28, 2022

Deemed a "preponderant" or dominant "agent" by the IFT due to its large market share, America Movil has so far had the coveted license withheld.

From Reuters • Jan. 24, 2022

Deemed a “pleasant surprise” by defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio during camp, McTyer was ruled out Saturday shortly after he was placed in the concussion protocol.

From Washington Times • Aug. 28, 2021

Now in his grasp Lay all Italia; — but while Magnus stayed Upon the utmost shore, his grieving soul Deemed all was shared with him.

From Pharsalia; Dramatic Episodes of the Civil Wars by Lucan

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