demureness

noun

Definition of demurenessnext
as in meekness
the absence of any feelings of being better than others her excessive demureness will be to her disadvantage if she wants a career in show business

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  1. meekness
  2. humility
  3. modesty
Noun
  • Most disconcerting is the meekness of Washington’s supposedly stalwart European allies.
    Raphael Cohen, Foreign Affairs, 5 Nov. 2014
  • But to see Bass as a kumbaya leader — or to mistake her softness for meekness — is to fundamentally misunderstand her.
    Julia Wick, Los Angeles Times, 23 June 2024
Definition of meekness
Noun
  • Dependability Dependable individuals are reliable and grounded, marked by strengths such as prudence, humility, integrity and equity.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
  • Historically, Shia scholars in Lebanon were beacons of tolerance, promoting a vision of Islam based on humility and peace, and the protection of other communities.
    Sheikh Abbas Al-Jawhari, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of humility
Noun
  • Some suggest his forthright manner and pride are somehow anathema to the country’s stereotypical characteristics of modesty and humility.
    James McNicholas, The Athletic, 5 July 2024
  • Toronto Jump to: Recommendations Itinerary Google Map April 11, 2024 Locals may insist (politely, of course) that Toronto doesn’t belong atop any traveler’s wish list, but don’t fall for that Canadian modesty.
    Ingrid K. Williams, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2024
Definition of modesty
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