demure

/dɪˈmjʊr/
adjective
  1. Quiet, modest, and reserved in manner or appearance.
    • The young artist was known for her demure personality, rarely seeking attention.
    • She gave a demure smile and looked down at her shoes.
    • His demure outfit contrasted sharply with the flashy clothes of his friends.
  2. Pretending to be shy or modest in a playful or teasing way.
    • With a demure expression, he pretended not to know the answer.
    • She cast a demure glance at him from behind her fan.
    • The actress adopted a demure pose for the camera, then burst out laughing.
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