Pronunciation: /dɪˈmjʊr/

Definitions of demure

noun a demure person

Example Sentences

A1 She always carries herself with demure elegance.

A2 The demure of her outfit caught everyone's attention.

B1 Her demure at the party was noticed by many.

B2 The demure of her behavior belied her true feelings.

C1 Despite her demure appearance, she was a fierce competitor.

C2 The demure of her demeanor masked a complex personality.

adjective reserved, modest, and shy in a way that seems proper

Example Sentences

A1 She was demure and shy, always keeping to herself.

A2 The demure young woman blushed when complimented on her dress.

B1 Her demure demeanor often made people underestimate her intelligence.

B2 Despite her demure appearance, she was a fierce competitor on the tennis court.

C1 The actress's demure beauty captivated audiences around the world.

C2 The diplomat's demure smile masked a shrewd and calculating mind.

Examples of demure in a Sentence

formal She carried herself in a demure manner at the charity gala, attracting the attention of many guests.

informal Despite her demure appearance, she had a wicked sense of humor that always caught people off guard.

slang She may seem demure, but don't underestimate her - she's got a wild side.

figurative The painting's demure colors belied the intense emotions it evoked in viewers.

Grammatical Forms of demure

past tense

demured

plural

demures

comparative

more demure

superlative

most demure

present tense

demures

future tense

will demure

perfect tense

have demured

continuous tense

is demuring

singular

demure

positive degree

demure

infinitive

to demure

gerund

demuring

participle

demuring

Origin and Evolution of demure

First Known Use: 0014 year
Language of Origin: Old French
Story behind the word: The word 'demure' originated from the Old French word 'demorer' which means 'to delay' or 'to linger'. It later evolved to mean modest or shy.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'demure' shifted from its original meaning of delaying to its current usage to describe someone who is reserved, modest, or shy in demeanor.