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demeanor

[ dih-mee-ner ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

First recorded in 1425–75, demeanor is from the late Middle English word demenure. See demean ², -or ¹

Francis is well into his seventies, looks it, has a mild demeanor and soft speaking style; but his rhetoric is electrifying.

There are rock-survivor-y types in black, with sunglasses, whose demeanor speaks of lost nights and rare contact with daylight.

Wiry and more grey man than charismatic, Votel is known for his no-nonsense, rather closed demeanor.

Oprah so enjoyed his folksy demeanor and words of wisdom that she invited him onto her show.

She was known for her positivity, cheerfulness, and sweet demeanor.

The language and demeanor of Mr Bellamy seemed decisive of his intentions.

Weston spoke carelessly, puffing at his cigar, for he had recovered his easy demeanor.

Easy of approach, he has still that reserve that bids (p. 334) all sycophants mark well their conduct and demeanor.

Crane was in President Castle's office, and his demeanor was that of a man who has heard disquieting news.

His demeanor toward the elder lawyer is deeply respectful, almost reverential.

April 19, 2024tortuous

[tawr-choo-uhs ]

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