demureness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for demureness
Noun
  • Most Canadians want uncomplicated lives, a desire for calm that can be misinterpreted by louder people as meekness.
    Chris Jones, The Atlantic, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Standing next to a record player in a sports jacket and turtleneck, Kaufman, with a kind of bulging meekness, a glisteningly gleeful timidity, puts the needle on the record.
    James Parker, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • And great live music was provided by Grammy nominees Midland, whose musicianship was only exceeded by their humility and charm.
    David Weiss, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
  • He’s already shown leadership, humility and patience through injuries and adversity.
    Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 July 2025
Noun
  • This experience taught me the important of blending modesty with resolve to make tough calls while honoring the team’s contributions.
    Wayne Yu, Forbes.com, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The lace veils are another old tradition within the Catholic church and worn to symbolize modesty and respect.
    Janine Henni, People.com, 19 May 2025
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“Demureness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demureness. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.

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