Seeming Definition

seeming
adjective
  1. appearing as such but not necessarily so; "for all his apparent wealth he had no money to pay the rent"; "the committee investigated some apparent discrepancies"; "the ostensible truth of their theories"; "his seeming honesty"

"Seeming" in song lyrics

See how seeming is used in real songs:

  • "I'm getting full of drank leanin movin slow seeming"
    Frayser Boy f/ Mike Jones, Paul Wall — I Got Dat Drank
  • "Forever support that ? now I have a tat seeming"
    G&E Music (The Grouch + Eligh) — I Come Cleaner
  • "My love is strengthen'd, though more weak in seeming;"
    William Shakespeare — Sonnet CII

Usage tips for "seeming"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "seeming" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for seeming to find words that pair well.

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