Cool MateDeem
UK /["/diːm/","/diːmz/","/diːmd/","/ˈdiːmɪŋ/"]/US /["/diːm/","/diːmz/","/diːmd/","/ˈdiːmɪŋ/"]/
Definition
to have a particular opinion about somebody/something
In simple words: to think of or consider something in a certain way
Examples
- The evening was deemed a great success.
- She **deemed it** prudent not to say anything.
- I deem it an honour to be invited.
- They would take any action **deemed necessary**.
- The strike was deemed to be illegal.
- Inspectors deemed that the standard of teaching was unsatisfactory.
Usage notes
Used in formal contexts, such as legal documents or academic writing. It's not appropriate in casual conversation.
Grammar pattern
deem + object + (to be) + complement
Memory hint
Sounds like 'dream' - when you dream, you deem things to be true in your mind.
Collocations
- deem necessary
- deem appropriate
- deem important
- deem to be
- deem unsuitable
Synonyms
- consider
Antonyms
- disregard
- dismiss
- neglect
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'consider' or 'believe'
- 'Deem' is often incorrectly used without specifying an object
- Inverted subject-object order mistakes, such as 'I deem her informed' instead of 'I deem her to be informed.'