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DictionarydeemConsidering or judging
verb

deem

DEEM/diːm/

To consider someone or something to be a certain way.

The gardener deems the apple ripe enough and places it in the basket.

A gardener carefully examines a ripe apple, comparing its color and firmness before placing it in a ready basket, visibly judging it acceptable.
Etymology
deemOld Englishto judge, consider

Old English deman covered both pronouncing judgment and forming an opinion. To deem something acceptable or important is to make the second kind of judgment: to hold a considered view of it.

In context

Oculus Imperia54:27
they claimed to deem the move unlawful a break of the holy lex laid down by the emperor's own hand
The Hexarchy Crisis: High Lords vs The Primarch (Warhammer 40K Lore)

More examples

  • Inspectors deemed the bridge unsafe after the storm.
  • You may skip any questions you deem irrelevant.
  • The repairs are deemed necessary for everyone's safety.

Forms

deem · deems · deemed · deeming

Similar words

consider
Less formal than deem when expressing the same judgment.
judge
Emphasizes reaching a conclusion by weighing evidence or behavior.
regard
Often expresses a settled view rather than a fresh assessment.