seeming
|seem/ing|
B2
/ˈsiːmɪŋ/
(seem)
appear to be
Etymology
Etymology Information
'seeming' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'sēman,' where 'sēman' meant 'to appear or look like.'
Historical Evolution
'sēman' transformed into the Middle English word 'seming,' and eventually became the modern English word 'seeming'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to appear or look like,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'appearing to be something, especially when this is not true or is misleading.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
appearing to be something, especially when this is not true or is misleading.
His seeming confidence was just a facade.
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Last updated: 2025/02/15 22:21