First Known Use: before 12th century
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deem
verb \ˈdēm\
: to think of (someone or something) in a particular way
Full Definition of DEEM
transitive verb
: to come to think or judge : consider <deemed it wise to go slow>
intransitive verb
: to have an opinion : believe
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Origin of DEEM
Middle English demen, from Old English dēman; akin to Old High German tuomen to judge, Old English dōm doom
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DEEM Defined for Kids
deem
verb \ˈdēm\
deemeddeem·ing
Definition of DEEM for Kids
: to have as an opinion <She deemed it wise to wait.>
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