Definitions for demeanor
dɪˈmi nərde·meanor

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:4.0 / 6 votes

1. demeanor, demeanour, behavior, behaviour, conduct, deportmentnoun

   (behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people

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1. demeanornoun

   The outward way in which a person behaves, especially towards others.

2. Etymology: demenen, from demener, from demener, from de- + mener + -or, from minare and minārī "to threaten"

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1. demeanor

   Social behavior is behavior among two or more organisms within the same species, and encompasses any behavior in which one member affects the other. This is due to an interaction among those members. Social behavior can be seen as similar to an exchange of goods, with the expectation that when you give, you will receive the same. This behavior can be affected by both the qualities of the individual and the environmental (situational) factors. Therefore, social behavior arises as a result of an interaction between the two—the organism and its environment. This means that, in regards to humans, social behavior can be determined by both the individual characteristics of the person, and the situation they are in.A major aspect of social behavior is communication, which is the basis for survival and reproduction. Social behavior is said to be determined by two different processes, that can either work together or oppose one another. The dual-systems model of reflective and impulsive determinants of social behavior came out of the realization that behavior cannot just be determined by one single factor. Instead, behavior can arise by those consciously behaving (where there is an awareness and intent), or by pure impulse. These factors that determine behavior can work in different situations and moments, and can even oppose one another. While at times one can behave with a specific goal in mind, other times they can behave without rational control, and driven by impulse instead.There are also distinctions between different types of social behavior, such as mundane versus defensive social behavior. Mundane social behavior is a result of interactions in day-to-day life, and are behaviors learned as one is exposed to those different situations. On the other hand, defensive behavior arises out of impulse, when one is faced with conflicting desires.

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1. Demeanorverb

   management; treatment; conduct

2. Demeanorverb

   behavior; deportment; carriage; bearing; mien

3. Etymology: [For demeanure, fr. demean. See Demean, v. t.]

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1. enamored

2. one-armed

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of demeanor in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of demeanor in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

Examples of demeanor in a Sentence

1. Sean McDowell:

   Even within the branch of Christian Apologetics at Biola University, there's huge differences even within the Christian world about how people approach their task in terms of what positions they might argue for, in terms of the demeanor that people take and their goals in doing it.

2. Steve LoCascio:

   She made cooking accessible to the masses, taught viewers simple solutions on how to improve their lives and coaxed great stories out of celebrity guests with her relatable down-to-earth demeanor.

3. John Ortolano:

   Rep. Mosley’s recklessness, his demeanor and his utter disregard for the safety of the public represent the exact opposite of what the Arizona Fraternal Order of Police looks for in an elected official, potentially lethal speeding isn’t a joke. We will not stand with those who think it’s acceptable or funny to risk the lives of others while behind the wheel of a lethal weapon.

4. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis:

   It is a very serious situation, when you see The President up there and The President demeanor the last couple of days, that's not necessarily how The President always is.

5. Alexis Mrachek:

   I honestly think it shows a little bit of both: I think it shows firstly he is in control but also, yes, he’s losing control, in these videos being put out online of his different speeches, his demeanor is different, and his tone his more harsh – his messaging is becoming shriller and shriller.

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