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seem Synonyms

Another word for seem

Choosing another word for seem depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To give the impression or sensation of being something or having a particular quality.

Usage Example

"The new schedule might appear complicated at first, but everyone will adjust to it quickly."

Strongest
appear
look
Strong
come across
sound
feel
strike

• verb (Context 2)

To appear to one's own mind, judgment, or perception as likely or true.

Usage Example

"It seems to me that we need more data before making a final decision on the budget."

Strongest
appear
Strong
look
sound

Opposites of seem

The opposite of seem shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

be
See all opposites of seem

• Nearby Words

seeing
seek
seeker
seem
seeming
seemingly
seemliness

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Seem. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/seem
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