semble

/sɛm.bɛl/ or /sɛm.bʌl/

Definitions

1. verb

to have or seem to have a resemblance, especially a superficial or partial one

“The two paintings seemed to resemble each other in style.”

2. verb

to have or seem to have a similar appearance or character

“The new employee seems to resemble the person who used to work here.”

3. noun

a person or thing that has a resemblance to something else

“The sculpture seemed to resemble a famous artist’s work.”

4. verb

to present or appear in a particular way, especially in a way that is intended to deceive

“The actor seemed to resemble a person from the past in his performance.”

5. noun

a superficial or partial resemblance

“The seeming of the two paintings is due to their shared artist.”

Synonyms

  • appear
  • look
  • resemble

Antonyms

  • dissimilar
  • unlike