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Word of the Day — Friday, March 6, 2026

deem

verb/ˈdēm/

Definitions

verbto come to think or judge consider

deemed it wise to go slow

verbto have an opinion believe

Examples

  • deemed it wise to go slow
  • those whom she deemed worthy
  • a movie deemed appropriate for all ages

Etymology

Middle English demen, from Old English dēman; akin to Old High German tuomen to judge, Old English dōm doom