demur
to make objection, especially on the grounds of scruples; take exception; object: They wanted to make him the treasurer, but he demurred.
Law. to interpose a demurrer.
Archaic. to linger; hesitate.
Origin of demur
1Other words for demur
Opposites for demur
Other words from demur
- de·mur·ra·ble, adjective
- un·de·mur·ring, adjective
Words that may be confused with demur
- demur , demure
Words Nearby demur
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How to use demur in a sentence
The reason people demur is that the factual basis of this assertion is very thin.
Don't Worry, Dads: Those Kids are Probably Yours | Megan McArdle | February 7, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTThe intelligence officers at the bomb scene do not demur from this assessment.
After Beirut Bombing of Wissan al-Hassan, a Wary Calm in Lebanon | Jamie Dettmer | October 30, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTAnd so it goes again: Democrats claim a knockout, Republicans demur.
Should you suggest something inspired or adventurous, many chefs will demur and revert to their been-there, drank-that pairing.
The Food Lover’s Guide to Wine: Perfect Pairings | David Lincoln Ross | January 6, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTBut if another, more prominent name were suggested for the position, Mrs. Clinton may demur.
Marie proposed that he take a walk with David, and Frederick consented without the slightest demur.
The Seven Cardinal Sins: Envy and Indolence | Eugne SueGaston seemed to demur, but Félice overruled him imperiously.
The Rose of Old St. Louis | Mary DillonIt was arranged so, with only a little demur from Mrs. Millar, over-ruled by her husband.
A Houseful of Girls | Sarah TytlerShe made no demur, but sat down to the piano and began to sing.
Queensland Cousins | Eleanor Luisa HaverfieldSangiorgio had no time to demur or even to reply; he at once found himself beside the carriage.
The conquest of Rome | Matilde Serao
British Dictionary definitions for demur
/ (dɪˈmɜː) /
to raise objections or show reluctance; object
law to raise an objection by entering a demurrer
archaic to hesitate; delay
the act of demurring
an objection raised
archaic hesitation
Origin of demur
1Derived forms of demur
- demurrable, adjective
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