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demure
modest and reserved in manner
Synonyms
- modest
- reserved
- shy
Antonyms
- bold
- brazen
- outgoing
demure in a sentence
Though demure at dinner, Lena spoke confidently during the debate.
The demure guest listened quietly and avoided drawing attention to herself.
Where it comes from
From Old French demorer, meaning 'to remain or stay.'
Memory hook
DEMURE sounds like DIM: quiet and modest, not glaring.
Read it in context
- The Northern Channel History