- a variation of demeanor.
demeanour
Britishnoun
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the way a person behaves towards others; conduct
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bearing, appearance, or mien
Etymology
Origin of demeanour
C15: see demean ²
Example Sentences
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Nadezhdin, known for his affable demeanour, attempted to run for president in 2024.
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
"The constant need to keep fiddling to pull them up displays an uncomfortable and unconfident demeanour," she says.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
Minho picks Ruby, a 28-year-old designer whose gentle demeanour matches his.
From BBC ● Jul. 10, 2026
If the album has the unmistakable air of a career drawing to a close, there's nothing in McCartney's demeanour to suggest he's considering retirement.
From BBC ● May 27, 2026
I think of the man I met the other day: the calm demeanour, the soft voice, the warmth in the eyes.
From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins
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