DEMURRER Synonyms: 64 Similar and Opposite Words

demurrer

noun

di-ˈmər-ər

as in objection

a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent the only demurrer voiced by most music critics was that the piece was too short

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Recent Examples of demurrer As the demurrer tells it, most of the plaintiffs had already invested in Aspiration by the time Ballmer became involved with the company in late 2021. —

Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 16 Jan. 2026 The hearing on the demurrer motion is scheduled for June 11. —

Claire Wang, Oc Register, 14 Jan. 2026 While Zook was fumbling about with her demurrers, her 60-day period for filing her UPEPA special motion came and went. —

Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 14 Jan. 2026 Perhaps, perhaps, but what is sure is that Costner has another kick at the case on the calendar for December in a demurrer hearing. —

Dominic Patten, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2025 LaBella’s lawsuit will face another hurdle when the judge considers a separate challenge known as a demurrer in December. —

Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 16 Oct. 2025

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Noun

Thanks to its modular and distinctly unmilitary design, the U-2 fit the bill and sidestepped the Air Force's objections when the command of the operation went to the CIA.

— David Szondy March 29, New Atlas, 29 Mar. 2026
As long as dogs are well cared for, there shouldn’t be any objection.

— Ed Sayres, Denver Post, 29 Mar. 2026