demeanor

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Pronunciation

• (RP) IPA: /dɪˈmiːnə(ɹ)/
• (GA) IPA: /dɪˈminɚ/

Noun

demeanor

1. (American spelling) The social, non-verbal behaviours (such as body language and facial expressions) that are characteristic of a person.

   The man's demeanor made others suspicious of his intentions.

   A confident demeanor is crucial for persuading others.

Synonyms

• behavior
• comportment

Related terms

• demean
• misdemeanor

Translations

• French: comportement, conduite
• German: Benehmen
• Italian: comportamento, atteggiamento
• Portuguese: comportamento, conduta
• Russian: поведе́ние
• Spanish: comportamiento, conducta, proceder

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