beseem
Americanverb (used with object)
verb (used without object)
verb
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of beseem
First recorded in 1175–1225, beseem is from the Middle English word bisemen. See be-, seem
Example Sentences
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I must remain in camp myself, for all the responsibility is on me, that is, first; and second, it does not beseem my office to go on an expedition against ruffians.
From The Deluge, Vol. I. (of 2) An Historical Novel of Poland, Sweden, and Russia. by Sienkiewicz, Henryk
And Maud saith— “Prithee, Jack, take no airs, for they beseem thee but very ill.”
From In Convent Walls The Story of the Despensers by Irwin, M. (Madelaine)
Does it beseem a grown-up man like you to be as disobedient as a capricious child?
From The Slaves of the Padishah by J?kai, M?r
“These I will not wear,” bold Ramund he said, “They beseem me not fair,” said Ramund the young.
From The Fountain of Maribo and other ballads by Wise, Thomas James
And upon what takes place when they enter into their chamber and shut the door and face their sorrow alone with God, it does not beseem us to intrude.
From One Day at a Time and Other Talks on Life and Religion by Alexander, Arch.
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