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demure
adjective
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Divide demure into syllables:

de · mure

How to pronounce demure:

Definition of demure:

demure (adjective):
reserved, modest
affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way.

Synonyms for demure:

flirtatiousreticentunassumingdiffidentmodestcoyshyflirtydecorousgirlish
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