11 Synonyms for Demur: combative reaction

demur (11 synonym found)

Demur has 11 synonyms. The top synonyms for demur are objection, combative reaction, hesitancy, shy at, shyness, make bones about, hesitance, yield and 3 more. Another word for demur is objection. Browse the full list below.

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What is a synonym for demur?

A common synonym for demur is objection. Other synonyms include combative reaction, hesitancy, shy at, shyness.

How many synonyms does demur have?

Demur has 11 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does demur mean?

(v): to linger; to stay; to tarry; to delay; to pause; to suspend proceedings or judgment in view of a doubt or difficulty; to hesitate; to put off the determination or conclusion of an affair Example

Definition of demur:

(v) : to linger; to stay; to tarry; to delay; to pause; to suspend proceedings or judgment in view of a doubt or difficulty; to hesitate; to put off the determination or conclusion of an affair

"upon this rub, the English embassadors thought fit to demur. - Hayward?"

(n) : Stop; pause; hesitation as to proceeding; suspense of decision or action; scruple

"all my demurs but double his attacks; At last he whispers, ``Do; and we go snacks. - Alexander Pope"

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