Associations to the word «Demure»
Noun
Adjective
Adverb
Wiktionary
DEMURE, adjective. Quiet, modest, reserved, sober, or serious.
DEMURE, adjective. Affectedly modest, decorous, or serious; making a show of gravity.
DEMURE, verb. (obsolete) To look demurely.
Dictionary definition
DEMURE, adjective. Affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way.
Wise words
The chief difference between words and deeds is that words
are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds
can be done only for God.