Third person singular of deem; to regard or consider in a specified way. To judge or have an opinion about something, often in formal or official contexts.
From Old English 'dēman' meaning 'to judge, decide,' related to 'dōm' (judgment, doom). Originally meant to make formal legal judgments, later broadening to any considered opinion or assessment.
The word 'deems' carries the weight of ancient judicial authority - when someone 'deems' something, they're channeling the power of medieval judges who literally held doom (judgment) over others. It's more decisive than 'thinks' but less final than 'rules'!
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