demur
verb | /demur/
to raise doubts or objections or show reluctance
demur
verb | /demur/
Advanced WordsEASYto raise doubts or objections or show reluctance
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Examples
"She demurred politely when asked to take on more work."
"The lawyer demurred at the judge's suggestion."
Mnemonic Trick
Demur = De + Murmur → murmur in objection.
Etymology
From Latin demorari = to delay
used for hesitant objections
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