demeanor

[ dih-mee-ner ]

noun

1. conduct; behavior; deportment.
2. facial appearance; mien.

Word History and Origins

Origin of demeanor¹

First recorded in 1425–75, demeanor is from the late Middle English word demenure. See demean ², -or ¹

Example Sentences

It’s an admission that seems curiously at odds with his laid-back demeanor, though.

From Los Angeles Times

“I’d scroll around, and peoples’ faces would drop, like their whole demeanor would change.”

From Los Angeles Times

That helps balance Arthur’s dry humor, Bunny’s frantic antics and Sybil’s deliciously cutting demeanor.

From Los Angeles Times

While the result is what it is, and downbeat demeanor of the players post-match said it all, optimism about this group of players will not disappear because of a difficult 90 minutes.

From BBC

As an amateur, Foreman had sparred with former heavyweight champion Sonny Liston, and when he turned pro, it was with Liston’s management team, Foreman assuming Liston’s fierce demeanor in the process.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• attitude
• disposition
• mien
• poise
• presence