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Demur vs. Demure

Demur

/dɪˈmɜː/
To express doubt or opposition to something

Examples:

He had to demur when asked to lie for the company.Despite initial demur, she agreed to join the project later.He did not demur to the strange request from his manager.

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Demure

/dɪˈmjʊə/
Reserved, modest, or shy in manner or appearance

Examples:

She wore a demure dress to the evening gala.His demure demeanor belied his rebellious nature.In the interview, she maintained a demure composure.

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • Demur means to object or show reluctance, while demure describes someone who is modest or shy.
  • Remember that demur ends with a sound similar to murmur, often indicating hesitation or objection.
  • Demure sounds like pure, often used to describe modesty or shyness.
  • Demur is more commonly used in legal or formal contexts to indicate objection.
  • Demure typically describes a person's demeanor, especially in social situations.
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