Seeming
ˈsiːmɪŋ
Definitions
2 meaningsAppearing to be something, but not certainly so; giving the impression of being.
ˈsiːmɪŋ
Appearing to be something, though not necessarily the reality.
Her calm demeanor was just a seeming of control; inside she was anxious.
💡 Simply: When something *seems* a certain way, it's how it looks or feels at first, even if it might be different underneath, like a magic trick!
👶 For kids: When something *seems* like it's one thing, but maybe it's not really.
More Examples
The seeming simplicity of the puzzle actually masked a very complex solution.
The seeming endless rain finally stopped, and the sun came out.
How It's Used
"Despite the seeming chaos, the project was well-organized."
"The seemingly innocent act concealed a deeper motive."
The impression given or the act of appearing in a particular way.
ˈsiːmɪŋ
The act of giving an impression.
Her lack of response gave the seeming of disinterest.
💡 Simply: When we talk about the 'seeming' of something, we are talking about what it looks or feels like.
👶 For kids: The way something seems.
More Examples
The seeming of her anger was a bit overstated.
The seeming of confidence helped the student to do better on the test.
How It's Used
"The story was fraught with the seeming of impending doom."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
seemingly harmless
Appearing to be harmless but potentially dangerous.
"The seemingly harmless game had a hidden addictive quality."
From Middle English *semynge*, present participle of *semen* ('to seem'), from Old English *sēman* ('to appear, seem').
The word 'seeming' has existed since Middle English times and was particularly common in literature to describe perceptions and appearances.
Memory tip
Think of a mask; what someone's *seeming* to be might hide what they truly are.
Word Origin
"to appear, seem"