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demurred

 

[ dษชหˆmษœหrd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

formal disagreement

To demur means to raise doubts or objections or to show reluctance. In legal contexts, it often refers to the act of formally objecting to certain aspects of a case. It can also imply a hesitation or pause in giving a definite response or decision. The term often conveys a sense of caution or a desire to ponder over the implications of an action before proceeding. While it is more commonly used in formal settings, it can also apply in various social situations.

Synonyms

dissent, object, protest.

Examples of usage

  • He demurred at the suggestion of relocating.
  • She demurred when asked to take on additional responsibilities.
  • Despite their enthusiasm, he demurred with a thoughtful look.

Translations

Translations of the word "demurred" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น hesitou

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเค‚เค•เฅ‹เคšเคฟเคค เคนเฅเค†

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช widersprach

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menolak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะฟะตั€ะตั‡ะธะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sprzeciwiล‚ siฤ™

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็•ฐ่ญฐใ‚’ๅ”ฑใˆใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท s'est opposรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ se opuso

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท itiraz etti

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐ˜๋Œ€ํ–ˆ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุนุชุฑุถ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ protestoval

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ protestoval

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅๅฏนไบ†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nasprotoval

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mรณtmรฆlti

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั€ัั‹ ะฑะพะปะดั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒžแƒ”แƒšแƒ˜แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ etiraz etdi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ se opuso

Etymology

The word 'demurred' originates from the Middle English term 'demurren,' which means to delay or hesitate. The root of this term can be traced back to the Latin word 'demorari,' meaning to delay or linger. The shift in usage toward expressing hesitation or objection reflects the evolution of legal and social discourse where one may pause to consider the implications of a statement or decision. Its use in legal terminology emphasizes the serious nature of objections and reluctance, solidifying its importance in both formal and conversational contexts. Over time, 'demurred' has maintained its relevance, especially in discussions of ethics, law, and diplomacy.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,720, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.