deem
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /diːm/
KK: /dim/
intransitive verb
Definition
To have a particular opinion or belief about something.
Example
Many people deem it important to recycle.
Tense Forms
Past: deemed
Past Participle: deemed
Conversation
Do you deem this movie worth watching?
I think it looks pretty good, actually.
Yeah, I deem it might be fun for a Friday night.
Agreed! Let's plan on seeing it together.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
consider
regard
believe
Antonyms
disregard
dismiss
neglect
transitive verb
Definition
To consider or think of something in a particular way.
Example
The committee deemed the proposal worthy of further discussion.
Tense Forms
Past: deemed
Past Participle: deemed
Conversation
I really deem this restaurant one of the best in town.
I agree! The food is always so fresh and tasty.
Exactly, and I deem their service to be top-notch too.
Root Explanation
Deem originates from Old English 'dēman', meaning to judge or to consider. It reflects the act of forming an opinion or making a judgment about something.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word 'dēman' which means to judge or consider — this helps you remember that to deem means to judge or regard something in a certain way.
Visually Confused Words
adeem
dee
redeem
nadeem
degerm