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
But perhaps what elevates Pogacar to the top now is his respectful demeanour, paying tribute as he did in Paris to every one of his domestiques by name, before thanking his family.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
The friend, who also cannot be named for legal reasons, told the court the woman's "demeanour was off" and "she kept on crying" when asked what had happened.
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
It was striking to see up close the master communicator on the verge of tears on several occasions - having to pause and take a breath to keep her demeanour.
From BBC ● May 31, 2026
I found the Blue Boar in possession of the intelligence, and I found that it made a great change in the Boar’s demeanour.
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
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