DEEMED Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

deemed

verb

past tense of deem

as in believed

to have as an opinion I deem it fitting that we mark this solemn occasion with a day of prayer and thanksgiving

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Recent Examples of deemed In Beloozerov’s case, a source familiar with the matter told CNN the agency deemed the use of deadly force justified. — Isabelle Chapman, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026 Noticing the tens of tons of melons left behind after harvest since they are not deemed retail-worthy, in 2024 the partners began work on transforming these less-than-perfect melons into bags. — Sarah Jones, Footwear News, 10 Aug. 2026 The law is designed to provide a people believed to be mentally ill with an involuntary examination if they are deemed a danger to themselves or others, and can be extended through legal processes. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 10 Aug. 2026 Based on such views, the mission will almost certainly be deemed a complete failure, with total loss of vehicle and payload. — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 10 Aug. 2026 However, the list of products deemed GRAS by companies grew to include many synthetic and natural additives, all incorporated into the food supply without independent review. — ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026 Aymeric Laporte is a potential target, but his €80 million price tag is deemed excessive. — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 Most fall into the performing arts departments at their organizations or schools without the classification, including the benefits, of being deemed an official sport. — Alexandra Frost, USA Today, 9 Aug. 2026 Carrington delivered a dangerous hit that officials deemed serious enough to warrant a Flagrant 2 and an ejection, then responded by invoking race. — Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2026

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Despite the help from aircraft, law enforcement could not locate the suspects after searching all of the rail cars investigators believed the burglars entered.

— Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
The church was designed by Wallace Rayfield, believed to be the second practicing African-American architect in the country.

— Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of believed

Verb

The instrument was one of two small, ornate trumpets — one silver, the other thought to be bronze or copper — found among Tutankhamun’s treasures over a decade and a half earlier.

— Sheena McKenzie, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026
Fairview’s board thought hard before committing to such a costly venture, but had a dream, said Edie Kalin, president of the Odd Fellows Home of CT.

— Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of thought

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But the race started to take a completely different shape in July, when Crowley dropped his bid and threw his support behind Rodriguez, who was considered more of an establishment candidate.

— Caroline Linton, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
This history means Yellowstone is considered active rather than extinct.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of considered

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Now, two years after her death, Elder's presence is felt on BTS's current world tour thanks to her mom, Jamie Elder, and BTS’ global fandom, known as Army.

— Nidhi Singh, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026
The Maumelle High student-athlete initially felt something odd when putting the helmet on but continued practicing, Davis said.

— Devon Henderson, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of felt

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Until that moment, breast cancer had not figured prominently in Di Cenzo’s understanding of her health.

— Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 10 Aug. 2026
Jim Cramer figured this may be the case on the morning of July 30, as reports emerged that Situational Awareness was facing a margin call and its brokers were seeking buyers for its public stock portfolio.

— Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of figured

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As an imperial family member who is not supposed to make political statements, Akishino was nuanced in his comments.

— ABC News, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026
Turning this whole thing into a joke also undermines the danger of the Trawler — just how seriously are we supposed to take this threat?

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of supposed

Verb

Citrini Research’s February note imagined agents lifting output per hour to rates unseen since the 1950s while employment and demand collapse.

— Josipa Majic Predin, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Though this spot is situated on the Upper West Side, Gluck imagined the fictional Claremont’s being located even further north in Manhattan's various Heights.

— Alex Jhamb Burns, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Aug. 2026

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