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deemed

|deemed|

B2

/diːmd/

(deem)

consider or judge

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
deemdeemsdeemeddeemeddeeming
Etymology
Etymology Information

'deem' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'dēman', where 'dēman' meant 'to judge or decide'.

Historical Evolution

'dēman' transformed into the Middle English word 'demen', and eventually became the modern English word 'deem'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to judge or decide', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

past tense or past participle form of 'deem'.

The project was deemed a success.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40