The characterization of being reserved, shy, sedate, and/or modest. Involves not wanting to bring attention to oneself and being well-mannered.
The boy was demure on his first day of school. Although he was to himself most of the day, he formed an acquaintanceship with a few of his classmates.
by ISaidWutISaid August 19, 2024

We could tell she was Maurine Demure by the way she stuck the dollar bill in the strippers banana hammock with her teeth.
by Definitely not Dori February 6, 2022

I heard that bitch was demure
by Iamhim22 August 20, 2024

To be chill or to (sarcastically) display how calm and respectful something is. Often considered brainrot.
person 1: I will place this sofa here so it faces away from your room for privacy
person 2: That's very demure, very mindful
person 2: That's very demure, very mindful
by CrumbPet August 18, 2024

The lawyer demurred to the opposing counsel's argument, arguing that the evidence presented was not admissible in court.
by Arminkshipper May 12, 2025
