demur / demure
To object versus modest.
To demur is to object or hesitate. Demure is the adjective meaning reserved or modest. Do not use a demur reply.
Examples
Use She demurred at the fee.
Use a demure nod
Avoid a demur nod
To object versus modest.
To demur is to object or hesitate. Demure is the adjective meaning reserved or modest. Do not use a demur reply.
Use She demurred at the fee.
Use a demure nod
Avoid a demur nod