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Demeanor
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Simple meaning
What does Demeanor mean?
Demeanor means a person's outward behavior or manner.
Dictionary definition
The way a person behaves, looks, or carries themselves around others.
Example sentences
Demeanor in a sentence
easy
Her calm demeanor helped the group relax.
medium
The coach's serious demeanor showed that the game mattered.
hard
A character's demeanor can reveal feelings even when they say very little.
Synonyms
Words like Demeanor
mannerUse for the way someone acts or behaves.
behaviorUse for how someone acts.
Antonyms
Opposite words
inner feelingA contrast because demeanor is what others can observe.
hidden emotionUse for feelings that are not shown outwardly.
Word family
Demeanor word family
Base word
demeanor
noun
demeanor
Outward behavior or manner.
noun
demeanors
Different ways people behave or carry themselves.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does demeanor mean?
Demeanor means the way a person behaves, looks, or carries themselves around others.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses demeanor correctly?
This sentence uses demeanor to mean a person's outward manner.
Practice 3
Which word is closest in meaning to demeanor?
Manner can mean the way someone behaves, like demeanor.
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