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单词 seemly
释义 seem·ly
I. \-lē, -li\ adjective
(usually -er/-est)
Etymology: Middle English semelich, semely, from Old Norse sœmiligr, from sœmr becoming + -ligr -ly — more at seem
1.
 a. : good-looking, handsome
  < endowed with a delicate physique, a seemly appearance, and a subtle intelligence — Harry Levin >
 b. : having properties pleasing to the eye : agreeably fashioned or proportioned
  < the redeveloped city may well be beautiful, but the planners are determined that it shall at least be seemly — S.P.B.Mais >
2. : conforming to accepted standards of good form or taste : proper
 < the company of those whose morals and behavior are less seemly than his own — E.M.Lustgarten >
3. : suited to the occasion, purpose, or person : fit
 < a seemly military escort drew near from the direction of the post — Owen Wister >
Synonyms: see decorous
II. adverb
(usually -er/-est)
Etymology: Middle English semely, from Old Norse sœmiliga becomingly, from sœmiligr becoming
1. archaic : in an attractive manner : pleasingly
2. archaic : in a fitting manner : appropriately, becomingly
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