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Deeming: meaning, definitions and examples

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deeming

 

[ diːmɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

legal context

Deeming refers to the act of considering something in a particular way, often for purposes of law or regulation. In legal terms, to deem something is to treat it as if it has certain properties or characteristics even if it does not. This can affect how laws are applied or how regulations are interpreted. It is typically used to establish a standard or requirement that must be met.

Synonyms

classify, consider, judge, regard

Examples of usage

  • The court is deeming the contract valid.
  • He was deemed ineligible for the scholarship.
  • The agency deemed the proposal acceptable.
  • The law deems all citizens responsible for taxes.

Translations

Translations of the word "deeming" in other languages:

🇵🇹 considerando

🇮🇳 गिनती करना

🇩🇪 erachtend

🇮🇩 menganggap

🇺🇦 вважаючи

🇵🇱 uznawanie

🇯🇵 考慮する

🇫🇷 considérant

🇪🇸 considerando

🇹🇷 değerlendirme

🇰🇷 간주하다

🇸🇦 يعتبر

🇨🇿 považování

🇸🇰 považovanie

🇨🇳 认为

🇸🇮 upoštevanje

🇮🇸 telja

🇰🇿 санай отырып

🇬🇪 თვლიდა

🇦🇿 hesab etmək

🇲🇽 considerando

Etymology

The word 'deem' originates from the Old English term 'dēman,' which means 'to judge'. It was used to convey the idea of making a judgment or decision regarding something or someone. Over time, the use of 'deem' has evolved but retained its core meaning of consideration or regard. In legal contexts, it began to use the word when establishing statutes and crafting regulations, indicating what is accepted as a fact for the purposes of legal arguments. The suffix '-ing' denotes the present participle form, indicating the ongoing action of deeming. This development showcases the blending of common legal vernacular into everyday language, emphasizing the importance of judgment and classification in various societal functions.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,066, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.