Demur
verb
To hesitate because of doubt or objection.
When asked to work overtime, he seemed to demur.
Often appears as...
- demur at the idea
- demur at the proposal
Usage tips
Formal
noun
An act of reluctant agreement or objection.
The lawyer's demur was noted in the court transcripts.
Often appears as...
- raise a demur
- enter a demur
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
verb
To politely refuse an offer or invitation.
She demurred when offered a second slice of cake.
Often appears as...
- demur at the offer
- demur at the invitation
Usage tips
Formal
verb
To hesitate because of doubt or objection.
When asked to work overtime, he seemed to demur.
Often appears as...
- demur at the idea
- demur at the proposal
Usage tips
Formal
noun
An act of reluctant agreement or objection.
The lawyer's demur was noted in the court transcripts.
Often appears as...
- raise a demur
- enter a demur
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
verb
To politely refuse an offer or invitation.
She demurred when offered a second slice of cake.
Often appears as...
- demur at the offer
- demur at the invitation
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Subtle Hesitation
Indicates slight uncertainty or reluctance, but not a strong refusal.
I demurred, fearing the extra workload might be too much.
Pro Tip 2/3Polite Doubt
Used to gently express doubt or concern without causing offense.
He demurred, pointing out the potential risks involved.
Pro Tip 3/3Non-confrontational
A diplomatic way to show you're not fully on board without starting an argument.
She demurred, hinting at a few unresolved issues.
Pro Tip 1/3Subtle Hesitation
Indicates slight uncertainty or reluctance, but not a strong refusal.
I demurred, fearing the extra workload might be too much.
Pro Tip 2/3Polite Doubt
Used to gently express doubt or concern without causing offense.
He demurred, pointing out the potential risks involved.
Pro Tip 3/3Non-confrontational
A diplomatic way to show you're not fully on board without starting an argument.
She demurred, hinting at a few unresolved issues.
Pro Tip 1/3Subtle Hesitation
Indicates slight uncertainty or reluctance, but not a strong refusal.
I demurred, fearing the extra workload might be too much.
Pro Tip 2/3Polite Doubt
Used to gently express doubt or concern without causing offense.
He demurred, pointing out the potential risks involved.
Pro Tip 3/3Non-confrontational
A diplomatic way to show you're not fully on board without starting an argument.
She demurred, hinting at a few unresolved issues.
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Meticulous, I count every penny in my head. I demur dividing the table bill evenly to cover desserts and designer coffees and second and third glasses of wine I did not consume. I am tired of trying to fake appearances.
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An honest look at the...
Meticulous, I count every penny in my head. I demur dividing the table bill evenly to cover desserts and designer coffees and second and third glasses of wine I did not consume. I am tired of trying to fake appearances.
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