Definition of "deem" []

To have as an opinion; judge: deemed it was time for a change. (verb-transitive)
To regard as; consider: deemed the results unsatisfactory. See Usage Note at as1. (verb-transitive)
To have an opinion; think. See Synonyms at consider. (verb-intransitive)

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Use "deem" in a sentence

"I am sure Obama can, I am just not seeing the increase in ability that I would have expected, or that I deem is plainly necessary."
"Let's call the Tea Party what it is: an angry reaction to what they deem is a leftist African-American president."
"Ignorant statements as "teabaggers" just shows that you truly do not research the issue but will listen to tv journalists who you deem is truthful."

Words like "deem"

account consider deemed deeming deems

esteem estimate judge judgment opine

opinion reckon regard see suppose

think view