Search Dictionary
Definition of demeanor

demeanor

/dɪˈmiːnɚ/
(UK: demeanour)
de · mean · or
Plural:demeanors
JUMP TO:

demeanor Lexical Profile

demeanor Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

American A person's outward behavior, manner, or bearing toward others.

Example

"The surgeon maintained a calm and reassuring demeanor throughout the complicated procedure."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for demeanor

Word Nuance & Usage

Spelled 'demeanour' in British English. Despite sharing a spelling root with the verb 'demean' (to lower in dignity), 'demeanor' is neutral and derives from an older sense of 'demean' meaning simply to conduct oneself.

• Rhymes for demeanor

• Nearby Words

demean
demeaning
demeaningly
demeanor
demented
dementedly
dementia

Word Origin & Etymology

Late 15th century, from the obsolete verb 'demean' (meaning 'to conduct oneself'), which came from Old French 'demener' ('to lead' or 'to guide'), based on Latin 'minari' ('to drive').

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Demeanor. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/demeanor
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.