C1nounUK spelling: demeanourformalpsychologyrelationships
US/dɪˈmiː.nər/
UK/dɪˈmiː.nə/
the way a person looks and behaves, which shows their character or mood
In context
The doctor's calm demeanor helped the frightened patient relax.
Behind his cheerful demeanor, he was struggling with depression.
Interviewers notice your demeanor as much as your answers.
Words that go with demeanor
adjective + noun
- calm demeanorHer calm demeanor makes her a good crisis manager.
- cheerful demeanorThe nurse's cheerful demeanor brightened the ward.
- quiet demeanorDespite his quiet demeanor, he is a fierce competitor.
- professional demeanorStaff are expected to keep a professional demeanor with clients.
noun + preposition
- change in demeanorTeachers noticed a sudden change in demeanor after the holidays.