- 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
That demeanour off the pitch was reflected in some brilliant performances on the pitch - great goals, leadership, flair, composure under pressure and more work off the ball than I've ever seen from him.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
Comedian Jenny Johnson poked fun at her cool demeanour on Instagram, external joking that her "energy is electric".
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
Minho picks Ruby, a 28-year-old designer whose gentle demeanour matches his.
From BBC ● Jul. 10, 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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