demeanor

Definition

  • noun: a person's appearance and behavior
  • noun: behavior toward others
  • usually singular
  • synonyms: management, treatment, conduct

Examples

  • His quiet 'demeanor' [='manner, bearing'] had a calming effect on us.

  • They maintained a solemn 'demeanor' as they told us the bad news.

  • She has a shy/friendly/warm 'demeanor'.

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