demur

[dɪˈməː]

demur Definition

• 1. raise doubts or objections or show reluctance
• 2. an objection or hesitation

Using demur: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "demur" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She demurred at his suggestion to move in together.

• Example

  He demurred when asked to give a speech.

• Example

  The company demurred at the proposed merger.

• Example

  I must demur from this opinion.

demur Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for demur

• object
• protest
• disagree
• dissent
• hesitate

Antonyms for demur

• accept
• agree
• consent

Phrases with demur

• without demur

  without hesitation or objection

  Example

  The proposal was accepted without demur.

• demur at the door

  to hesitate or object before entering a room or building

  Example

  He demurred at the door, unsure if he was in the right place.

• take exception/demur to something

  to object strongly to something

  Example

  She took exception to his rude behavior and demurred to his request.

Origins of demur

from Old French 'demorer', meaning 'to linger'

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Summary: demur in Brief

'Demur' [dɪˈməː] is a verb that means to raise doubts or objections or show reluctance. It can also refer to an objection or hesitation. Examples include 'She demurred at his suggestion to move in together' and 'The company demurred at the proposed merger.' Phrases like 'without demur' and 'take exception/demur to something' add nuance to the term.