Demeanour (Noun)
Meaning
(behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The dignified demeanour of the queen was impressive as she met with foreign dignitaries at the state dinner.
- Her kind and compassionate demeanour made her a beloved nurse among her patients.
- The teenager's sullen demeanour made it clear that he was unhappy about being forced to attend the family gathering.
- The new employee's professional demeanour earned her a lot of respect from her coworkers on her first day.
- The rude and arrogant demeanour of the celebrity was a major turn-off for many of his fans.