Associations to the word «Demure»

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

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C. S. Lewis