seethe
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /siːð/
KK: /siːð/
intransitive verb
Definition
To be in a state of intense agitation or excitement, often resembling boiling; to bubble or churn with emotion.
Example
He seethed with anger when he heard the unfair criticism.
Tense Forms
Past: seethed
Past Participle: seethed
Conversation
I could see him seethe with anger during the meeting today.
Really? What happened to make him so upset?
He was frustrated over the project delays, and it was obvious he wanted to explode.
Yeah, I can imagine — it's tough when things don't go as planned.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
boil
fume
rage
Antonyms
calm
soothe
pacify
noun
Definition
Not a valid English word.
Example
Not available.
Conversation
I could feel the seethe inside me when he made that comment.
I understand, it’s hard to keep calm sometimes.
Yeah, it’s like a boiling point waiting to erupt.
Root Explanation
Seethe originates from Old English 'sēothan', meaning to boil or bubble. The word describes the action of boiling or being in a state of agitation, much like water that is boiling.
Memory Tip
Imagine water that is 'boiling' or 'bubbling' — that's what seethe means, to be in a state of agitation like boiling water.
Visually Confused Words
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smethe
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unseethed
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