seemly

adjective

seem·ly ˈsēm-lē

seemlier; seemliest

Synonyms of seemly next

: good-looking, handsome

: agreeably fashioned : attractive

: conventionally proper : decorous

not seemly to brag about oneself

: suited to the occasion, purpose, or person : fit

seemliness noun

seemly adverb

Examples of seemly in a Sentence

it would not be seemly to use the memorial service as a forum for your political views a young man of seemly appearance, robust health, and keen intelligence

Word History

Etymology

Middle English semely, from Old Norse sœmiligr, from sœmr fitting

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of seemly was in the 13th century

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“Seemly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seemly. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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seemly

adjective

seem·ly ˈsēm-lē

seemlier; seemliest

: attractive, handsome

: being in good taste : proper

seemly behavior

: suitable for the occasion, purpose, or person : fit

a seemly reply

seemliness noun

seemly adverb

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