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demure Synonyms

Another word for demure

Choosing another word for demure depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match 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, modest demeanor during the interview."

Strongest
modest
reserved
unassuming
Strong
retiring
bashful
diffident
coy
decorous
meek
self-effacing

• adjective (Context 2)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
modest
understated
Strong
conservative
subdued
unpretentious
prim
chaste

Opposites of demure

The opposite of demure shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

revealing
brazen
provocative
brash
immodest
flashy
bold
boisterous
See all opposites of demure

• Nearby Words

demotivation
demountable
demur
demure
demurely
demureness
demystify

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