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seemly - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'seemly' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Seemly [ superl.]
- In a decent or suitable manner; becomingly.
2 . Seemly [ v. i.]
- Suited to the object, occasion, purpose, or character; suitable; fit; becoming; comely; decorous.

Meaning of 'seemly' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . seemly [ s]
Meaning (1):
- according with custom or propriety
Example in sentence:
  • comely behavior;
  • her becoming modesty;
  • it is not comme il faut for a gentleman to be constantly asking for money;
  • seemly behavior

Nearby Words:

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