demure

[dih-myoor] / dɪˈmyʊər /

ADJECTIVE

reserved, affected

Synonyms

STRONGEST

prim reticent timid unassuming

WEAK

backward bashful blushing close coy decorous diffident earnest humble modest nice prissy proper prudish retiring sedate serious shy silent skittish sober solemn staid strait-laced unassertive unassured

Antonyms

STRONGEST

bold brave

WEAK

aggressive extroverted outgoing shameless strong

Example Sentences

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Others opt for the registry office and a demure lunch with close friends, and prefer to save their money for a house.

From MarketWatch

Following “the Sydney Cherkov way,” she wears a lilac blouse that telegraphs meek, demure energy.

From Salon

Actually, that was the same day I shot that “demure” TikTok.

From Los Angeles Times

Her sweet ballads fooled many into thinking she was fragile and demure.

From Los Angeles Times

The garment’s austere black and silver palette projects a demure yet powerful mix of luxury and restraint.

From Los Angeles Times