Definition

The most appropriate or proper in behavior or appearance.

Example

At the formal event, she wore the seemliest dress that impressed everyone.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I was thinking about what outfit to wear to the party.

What do you have in mind?

I want something that looks the seemliest for the occasion.

That sounds great! Just make sure you feel comfortable too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Seemliest is formed from "seem" (from Old English "seman", meaning to appear or to be perceived) and the suffix "-liest" (a superlative suffix indicating the most). The word "seemliest" means the most pleasing or agreeable in appearance.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'seem' which relates to how something 'appears' — and the '-liest' tells us it's the most pleasing appearance.

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