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seemly

The correct spelling is seemly.

How to pronounce seemly

/ˈsiːmli/
adjective

IPA: /ˈsiːmli/

Say it like: See-mlee

The correct spelling is seemly. (of behavior) Appropriate; suited to the occasion or purpose; becoming. For example: "His behavior was seemly, as befits a gentleman."

Usage Examples

His behavior was seemly, as befits a gentleman.

Meanings

adjective

  1. 1.(of behavior) Appropriate; suited to the occasion or purpose; becoming.

adverb

  1. 1.Appropriately, fittingly.

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