Definitions
v. To judge or consider someone or something in a particular way.
认为；视为
Example
The inspector deemed our old boiler unsafe to use.
检查员认为我们家的旧锅炉使用起来不安全。
Public transport should be deemed an essential service rather than merely a source of profit.
公共交通应被视为基本服务，而不应仅仅被当作盈利来源。
Collocations
- deem necessary
- deem appropriate
- be deemed unsafe
Synonyms
- consider
- judge
- regard
Usage tip
正式用词，常用deem＋宾语＋形容词，多见被动式。
FAQ
- What does deem mean?
- To judge or consider someone or something in a particular way.
- How is deem pronounced?
- UK /diːm/, US /diːm/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
