noun

demeanor

demeanor, bearing, manner

He had a calm and quiet demeanor.

He had a calm and quiet demeanor.

Her demeanor changed when she heard the news.

Her demeanor changed when she heard the news.

((adjective)) demeanor a manner of a certain kind She has a very professional demeanor.

Synonyms: manner, bearing, conduct, attitude

From Middle English 'demenen' (to conduct oneself), from Old French 'demener' (to lead, conduct), from 'de-' + 'mener' (to lead).

This is the standard US spelling. The UK spelling is 'demeanour'. It's how you 'mean' to appear to others.

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