How to Pronounce Loomed

To pronounce "loomed", say LOOM-ed — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

LOOM-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “loomed”

"loomed" has 2 syllables: loom-ed. It rhymes with presumed and doomed, if that helps it stick.

What does loomed mean?

verb

  1. To appear indistinctly, eg. when seen on the horizon or through the murk.

    “The clouds loomed over the mountains.”

  2. To appear in an exaggerated or threatening form; to be imminent.

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Words that rhyme with loomed

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presumeddoomedassumedconsumedgroomedentombedfumedbloomedexhumedperfumedplumedgloomed

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "loomed"?▾

"Loomed" has 2 syllables: loom · ed.

What does "loomed" mean?▾

Loomed: To appear indistinctly, eg. when seen on the horizon or through the murk.

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