Demur: meaning, definitions and examples

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demur

 

[ dษชหˆmษœr ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

expressing doubt

To demur means to raise doubts or objections. It is often used in legal contexts, indicating a formal response to a complaint or charge. The act of demurring can involve disagreeing with a proposal or action, highlighting concerns or reservations. It may also imply a hesitation or reluctance to agree.

Synonyms

disagree, object, oppose, protest.

Examples of usage

  • She chose to demur when asked about the controversial policy.
  • The lawyer decided to demur to the plaintiff's claims.
  • Despite initial acceptance, he later demurred to the plan.
  • During the meeting, several members demurred on the proposed budget cuts.
Context #2 | Noun

legal objection

Demur as a noun refers to the act of raising objections or the formal objection itself, usually in a legal setting. It serves as a response that challenges the validity of the opponent's claims or the legal sufficiency of a pleading. A demur can lead to further legal proceedings or discussions about the merits of the case.

Synonyms

challenge, objection, protest.

Examples of usage

  • The defendant filed a demur to dispute the allegations.
  • The judge ruled on the demur presented by the defense.
  • In court, he submitted a demur, claiming insufficient evidence.
  • Her demur was based on procedural issues.

Translations

Translations of the word "demur" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น objecรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค†เคชเคคเฅเคคเคฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Widerspruch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ keberatan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะฟะตั€ะตั‡ะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sprzeciw

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็•ฐ่ญฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท objection

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ objeciรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท itiraz

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ด์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุนุชุฑุงุถ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nรกmitek

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nรกmietka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅผ‚่ฎฎ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ugovor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ andmรฆli

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั€ัั‹ะปั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒ˜แƒœแƒแƒแƒฆแƒ›แƒ“แƒ”แƒ’แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ etiraz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ objeciรณn

Etymology

The word 'demur' originates from the Middle English word 'demurren', which comes from Old French 'demorrer' meaning 'to delay' or 'to hesitate'. This, in turn, is derived from Latin 'morari', which means 'to delay' or 'to linger'. The word developed in English to convey not just hesitation but also the idea of formally objecting or expressing disagreement in a legal context. It was historically used in court to indicate a challenge to the procedures or reasoning presented by the opposing party. Over time, 'demur' has evolved to encompass a broader sense of doubt or reluctance, not solely limited to legal discussions, reflecting the nuance of human interaction and deliberation.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,222, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.