demeanor
Americannoun
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conduct; behavior; deportment.
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facial appearance; mien.
Etymology
Origin of demeanor
First recorded in 1425–75, demeanor is from the late Middle English word demenure. See demean 2, -or 1
Example Sentences
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“I think it was just my relentlessness and my no-back-down type of demeanor when it came to running the ball, like, ‘Boy, that boy a beast,’” Lynch said.
From Los Angeles Times
Despite winning 10 WTA singles titles, achieving a career singles high of No. 3 in 2022 and the No. 1 doubles ranking, Pegula’s low-key demeanor means she flies a bit under the radar.
From Los Angeles Times
"He's very calm. Even when he does get upset, there's a calmness to his demeanor, which I think most people really gravitate to."
From Barron's
“They thought I was just a car model or something,” said Vera, who reports that men’s demeanors change the instant she starts talking about her car.
From Los Angeles Times
Players want to compete for someone who inspires them and makes them better — not someone whose public demeanor seems rooted in frustration.
From Los Angeles Times
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