demeanour

Meanings

• noun

  The way a person behaves, especially towards others.

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Pronunciation

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Synonyms

behavior , comportment

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with demeanour
recluse , dewdrop , muse , abuse

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Homophones

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1. demean (English) : to treat (someone) in a condescending or disrespectful way
   

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Variants

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demeanor , demeanour , demeanours

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Etymology

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Originated from the Old French word 'demener', which means 'to lead' or 'to conduct'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'demeanour' is related to the word 'demean', which means 'to treat (someone) in a condescending or disrespectful way'. However, 'demeanour' itself refers to the way a person behaves, not whether they are being disrespectful or not.

2. In some contexts, 'demeanour' can also refer to the appearance or condition of something, such as the 'demeanour' of a building or a piece of furniture.

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Related Concepts

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1. body language: A non-verbal form of communication that is closely related to 'demeanour'. Body language can convey emotions, intentions, and attitudes that words may not express.

2. tone of voice: The way a person speaks, including their intonation, volume, and pace, which can greatly influence the meaning of their words and convey emotions and attitudes. 'Demeanour' and tone of voice often work together to convey a person's overall message.

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Culture

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In literature and art, 'demeanour' often refers to the way a character carries themselves, conveying their emotions, intentions, and social status. For instance, in Shakespeare's plays, the 'demeanour' of a character can reveal their inner thoughts and feelings.

How to Memorize "demeanour"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person's facial expressions, posture, and gestures when describing their 'demeanour'. For example, imagine a person with a confident 'demeanour' standing tall with their shoulders back and a smile on their face.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'demeanour' with words like 'behaviour', 'attitude', and 'demean'. For example, you could remember that 'demeanour' is related to 'behaviour' because they both refer to how a person acts or carries themselves.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in 'demeanour' to remember the meaning: D - Demonstrates Emotions, Manners, Attitudes, and Non-verbal cues.

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