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'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) My name is Hiccup. Great name, I know. But it's not the worst. Parents believe a hideous name will frighten off gnomes and trolls. Like our charming Viking demeanor wouldn't do that. Morning! - What are you doing here?! - Get inside! - What are you doing out?! (..)
    2010 How to Train Your Dragon