Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To appear to be something or to give the impression of being a certain way, without confirmation
Seem
/siːm/Synonyms:
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Examples:
It seemed almost too good to be true.
'Your fear of him seems greater than your love for me.'
The buzzer rang again, seeming more insistent this time.
Etymology:
The word seem originated from Middle English semen, derived from Old Norse sœma, meaning to honor or conform. It is also related to Old English semian and Proto-Germanic *samana.
Usage Statistics:
527 mentions per 1 million words 
Hint: Frequency according to COCA
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