seem·ly
| \ ˈsēm-lē
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seemlier; seemliest
Definition of seemly
1a
: good-looking, handsome
b
: agreeably fashioned : attractive
2
: conventionally proper : decorous
not seemly to brag about oneself
3
: suited to the occasion, purpose, or person : fit
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Synonyms & Antonyms for seemly
Synonyms
Antonyms
- improper,
- inappropriate,
- incorrect,
- indecent,
- indecorous,
- indelicate,
- unbecoming,
- ungenteel,
- unseemly
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“Seemly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seemly. Accessed 4 Aug. 2021.
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seemly
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of seemly
formal + old-fashioned
: proper or appropriate for the situation
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The first known use of seemly was in the 13th century
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