Demur and Fuss

Demur

Demur noun - A feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent.
Usage example: we accepted his offer to pay for our dinners without demur

Fuss and demur are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Fuss" instead the word "Demur" as a verb or a noun.

Nearby Words: demure, demurred, demurring

Fuss

Fuss noun - A feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent.
Usage example: she made a fuss over not being picked for the lead role in the play

Demur and fuss are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Demur" instead the word "Fuss" as a verb or a noun.

Nearby Words: fussy, fussed, fussily, fussing
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