demure
adjectiveQuiet, reserved, and modest in manner.
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Clear all filtersQuiet, reserved, and modest in manner.
Uncertain or doubtful; also questionable in reliability or value.
Uncertain or unconvinced
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Expressing feelings with great enthusiasm and little restraint.
Unrestrained in expression
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Designed to attract notice through a show of wealth or importance.
Trying to dominate others in an excessively forceful or arrogant way.
Excessively domineering
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Trying to appear more important, cultured, or impressive than justified.
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