demeanor
noun
Outward behavior or bearing; the way a person looks and behaves; manner and conduct.
Etymology
From Old French demener meaning "to guide, conduct," from de- (completely) + mener (to lead, conduct), from Latin minare (to drive animals).
Examples in Use
- 1.
"Her calm demeanor put the nervous patients at ease."
- 2.
"Despite the chaos, he maintained a professional demeanor."
- 3.
"The witness's nervous demeanor raised suspicions."
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Fun Fact
The word's origins in leading or driving animals evolved to describe how we "conduct" ourselves. A person's demeanor is how they lead themselves through social situations.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 8 letters (D, E, M, E, A, N, O, R)
Scrabble Value: 11 points
Tip: Look for common letter combinations like "DE" at the start of words.
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