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demure

/dɪˈmjʊr/  ·  say it: dih·MYUR

reserved, modest, and shy

In Personality & Character

In more detail

1. (adjective) quiet, serious, and well-behaved; not drawing attention to yourself

2. (adjective) modest and reserved, especially about your appearance or behavior in a way that some people think is old-fashioned

Examples

• 1. She had a demure manner and rarely spoke in large groups.
• 2. The demure dress code of the 1950s included long skirts and covered shoulders.

Nearby in Personality & Character

conscientious, cordial, cynical, diligent, diplomatic, earnest