as in behaviors
the way or manner in which one conducts oneself
her warm demeanor made us feel at home
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Recent Examples of demeanors
Ashley and Austin's demeanors change while walking to the car after the fundraiser.
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Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
Of the rest, demeanors vary, but only Hoiberg can yell at officials and still manage to do it in a sort of friendly way.
—Joe Rexrode, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Shuter also said the couple was seen shopping together in Aspen, and once again commented on the difference between their demeanors.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 16 Mar. 2026
Such dogs are characterized by serene, quiet demeanors and deep emotional bonds with their human companions.
—Maryanne Dell, Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026
In many ways their demeanors couldn’t be more different.
—Joseph Howlett, Quanta Magazine, 26 Sep. 2025
Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
Of the rest, demeanors vary, but only Hoiberg can yell at officials and still manage to do it in a sort of friendly way.
—Joe Rexrode, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Shuter also said the couple was seen shopping together in Aspen, and once again commented on the difference between their demeanors.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 16 Mar. 2026
Such dogs are characterized by serene, quiet demeanors and deep emotional bonds with their human companions.
—Maryanne Dell, Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026
In many ways their demeanors couldn’t be more different.
—Joseph Howlett, Quanta Magazine, 26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for demeanors
Noun
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And, perhaps, his mental-health struggles, his mood swings, and the antisocial behaviors that The Dark Wizard recounts and suggests were the cost of — or maybe the reason for — his athletic prowess.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
7 May 2026
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The flexibility considers local shopping behaviors so that each store offers a distinct and relevant feel.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
7 May 2026
Noun
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The vast majority are honorable and conform their actions to the rules.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Capricorns do not act impulsively and are cognizant of their actions, which is why Sarah is a sea-goat.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
3 May 2026
Noun
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In the centuries since colonists waged war against the crown, American’s attitudes toward the royals have shifted from hatred to adoration.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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More homework was also associated with negative attitudes about school for younger children in the study.—
Ariel Gilreath,
NPR,
28 Apr. 2026
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Church’s combination of talent, affability, and fine manners eased his way into New York’s élite, sometimes inspiring envy among his painter friends.—
Sebastian Smee,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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While much of The Devil Wears Prada cast is remembered for delivering iconic lines, many of them are snippy, and well, lacking manners — especially Miranda's dry, dark humor.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
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“Demeanors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demeanors. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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