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demure Antonyms

Opposite of demure

Because the opposite of demure shifts with each meaning, the 15 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Reserved, modest, and shy in manner or behavior.

Usage Example

"Despite her bold reputation on stage, she maintained a quiet, brash demeanor during the interview."

Strongest
brash
brazen
bold
Strong
boisterous
flamboyant
impudent
extroverted
shameless

• adjective (Context 2)

Lending a modest, understated, and respectable appearance (especially of clothing or styling).

Usage Example

"For the formal ceremony, she chose a revealing navy dress with a high neckline."

Strongest
revealing
provocative
immodest
flashy
Strong
showy
gaudy
ostentatious

Similar words to demure

Words similar to demure shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

modest
reserved
unassuming
understated
retiring
conservative
bashful
subdued
See all synonyms of demure

• Nearby Words

demotivation
demountable
demur
demure
demurely
demureness
demystify

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Demure. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/demure
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