demeanor

[dɪmˈinɚ] /di-ˈmē-nər/ (ame, mw)

demeanor — noun

1. the visible way someone looks and acts toward other people, especially the tone

1.名詞C1
釋義

the visible way someone looks and acts toward other people, especially the tone and expressions that show their general attitude

例句

Sari kept a calm demeanor during the long job interview, even when the questions got tricky.

a [adjective] demeanor for describing overall manner

The new principal greeted parents with a warm, friendly demeanor that put everyone at ease.

warm/friendly demeanor collocations for positive impressions

同義詞
  • manner

    more everyday and broader; 'demeanor' is more formal and focuses on overall impression

  • bearing

    emphasises posture and dignity, especially in formal or military contexts

  • comportment

    very formal; stresses behaviour judged against social standards

  • air

    informal; suggests an impression given, sometimes one that may be misleading

文法句型

someone's demeanor

a [adjective] demeanor

用法筆記

Refers to outward signs (face, voice, posture) that observers can see — not inner feelings themselves. Usually paired with an adjective describing tone (calm, friendly, professional, nervous). The British spelling is 'demeanour'.

常見錯誤

❌She has a kind demeanor toward animals.
✅She is kind to animals.
💡'demeanor' describes a general manner observers see, not a feeling directed at one target.
❌His demeanor was happy.
✅His demeanor was cheerful.' / 'He seemed happy.
💡'demeanor' pairs with adjectives about manner (calm, formal, friendly), not bare emotion words.