demeanor
Translation
demeanour, bearing, manner
Examples
She has a calm and gentle demeanor.
She has a calm and gentle demeanour.
His professional demeanor impressed the clients.
His professional demeanour impressed the clients.
Grammar Patterns
a ((adjective)) demeanor describing someone's manner He maintained a professional demeanor.
((sb.'s)) demeanor someone's manner Her cheerful demeanor was infectious.
Similar Words
Synonyms: manner, attitude, appearance, conduct, bearing
Etymology
From Old French 'demener' (to lead, conduct, manage). The '-or' suffix is similar to that in 'behaviour'.
Memory Tips
Think of how someone 'means' to appear to others. Your de-'mean'-or is how you conduct yourself.