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Meaning of demure

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

demure

Pronunciation:/dɪˈmjʊə(ɹ)//dɪˈmjʊɹ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To look demurely.

adjective

Definitions

  1. (usually of women) Quiet, modest, reserved, sober, or serious.

    Example: She is a demure young lady.

  2. Affectedly modest, decorous, or serious; making a show of gravity.