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What does "deem" mean? What are the synonyms for "deem"?

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Rebecca

To "deem" something is to consider, view or judge it in a particular way. The man in the video is saying that the "fries" were viewed as or considered to be too soggy by the man who ordered them. Ex: She is currently deemed to be the best swimmer in school. Ex: It is deemed bad manners in some cultures to speak with food in your mouth. Ex: The area has now been deemed safe. Ex: The event was deemed a success.

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