Deam vs. Deem: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on October 18, 2023
Deam is a common misspelling of Deem. Deem means to judge or consider in a specific way.
Which is correct: Deam or Deem
How to spell Deem?
Deam is Incorrect
Deem is Correct
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Key Differences
Recall "Deem" with "judge" since both have an "e" in the middle.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 18, 2023
Think of the extra "e" in "Deem" as emphasis on its judgment aspect.
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Oct 18, 2023
"Deam" may sound dreamy, but "Deem" is the reality.
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Oct 18, 2023
Visualize a judge in a courtroom "deeming" a verdict to remember the correct spelling.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 18, 2023
Always double-check with spell-check or dictionaries when in doubt.
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Oct 18, 2023
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Deam and Deem Definitions
Deem
Deem means to regard or consider in a particular way.
She deemed the movie to be a masterpiece.
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Sep 08, 2023
Deem
To believe or think, typically based on one's judgment.
He deemed it wise to wait.
Sara Rehman
Sep 08, 2023
Deem
To pronounce or assign, usually after deliberation.
The act was deemed unlawful.
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Sep 08, 2023
Deem
To judge or form an opinion about something.
Critics deemed the play a success.
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Sep 08, 2023
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Deem
To regard as; consider
Deemed the results unsatisfactory. See Usage Note at as1.
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Deem
To suppose or believe
"making little improvements which she deemed that he would value when she was gone" (Thomas Hardy).
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Deem
(ditransitive) To hold in belief or estimation; to adjudge as a conclusion; to regard as being; to evaluate according to one's beliefs; to account.
She deemed his efforts insufficient.
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Deem
(ambitransitive) To think, judge, or have or hold as an opinion; to decide or believe on consideration; to suppose.
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Deem
To decide; to judge; to sentence; to condemn.
Claudius . . . Was demed for to hang upon a tree.
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Deem
To account; to esteem; to think; to judge; to hold in opinion; to regard.
For never can I deem him less him less than god.
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Deem
To be of opinion; to think; to estimate; to opine; to suppose.
And deemest thou as those who pore,With aged eyes, short way before?
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Sep 06, 2023
Deem
Keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view;
Take for granted
View as important
Hold these truths to be self-evident
I hold him personally responsible
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FAQs
Why is it called Deem?
It originates from Old English "dēman," meaning "to judge."
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Oct 18, 2023
What is the plural form of Deem?
There's no plural form as "deem" is typically a verb.
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Oct 18, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Deem?
Any conjunction can be used depending on the sentence structure.
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Oct 18, 2023
Is Deem a vowel or consonant?
"Deem" is a word that contains both vowels and consonants.
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Oct 18, 2023
Is Deem a countable noun?
As a verb, it's not countable, but when used as a noun, it's typically uncountable.
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Oct 18, 2023
Is the word Deem imperative?
It can be used in an imperative manner, e.g., "Deem this important!"
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Oct 18, 2023
Is Deem a negative or positive word?
Neutral; its connotation depends on the context.
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Oct 18, 2023
What is a stressed syllable in Deem?
The entire word "Deem" is stressed as it's a single syllable.
Janet White
Oct 18, 2023
Is the Deem term a metaphor?
Not inherently, but can be used metaphorically in language.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 18, 2023
Is Deem a noun or adjective?
Primarily a verb but can be used as a noun in some rare instances.
Sara Rehman
Oct 18, 2023
How is Deem used in a sentence?
I deem this project to be of utmost importance.
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Oct 18, 2023
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