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verb (used without object)
1.
to form or have an opinion; judge; think: He did not deem lightly of the issue.
verb (used with object)
2.
to hold as an opinion; think; regard: He deemed it wise to refuse the offer.
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Origin:
before 900; Middle English demen, Old English dēman; cognate with Gothic dōmjan, Old High German tuomen; see doom
before 900; Middle English demen, Old English dēman; cognate with Gothic dōmjan, Old High German tuomen; see doom
Synonyms
2. consider, hold, believe.
2. consider, hold, believe.
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- Remarkably, the report does not deem those instances to be plagiarism.
- The school will teach what the parents deem important.
- Vivid graphics add zest to the dry facts, but true history buffs may deem much of this old hat.
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deem
O.E. deman, from base of dom (see doom). Originally "to pronounce judgment" as well as "to form an opinion." The two judges of the Isle of Man were called deemsters in 17c.
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