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Synonyms of demur

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Another word for demur is oppose. Other synonyms of demur are scruple, abide, abode and demurrer.

Synonyms and similar words for demur

verbChiefly followed by to, and sometimes by at or on: to object or be reluctant; to balk, to take...

verbTo remain, to stay.

nounAn act of remaining or staying; a residence, a stay.

nounSynonym of demurrer (“a motion by a party to a legal action for the immediate or summary judgment...

Meaning of demur

  1. verb Chiefly followed by to, and sometimes by at or on: to object or be reluctant; to balk, to take exception.
  2. verb To submit a demurrer (“motion by a party to a legal action for the immediate or summary judgment of the court on the question of whether, assuming the truth of the matter alleged by the opposite party, it is sufficient in law to sustain the action or defence, and hence whether the party bringing the motion is required to answer or proceed further”).
  3. verb To endure, to last.

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Questions about synonyms of demur

What is another word for demur?
Demur has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as oppose, scruple, abide, abode and demurrer.
What does demur mean?
Demur means chiefly followed by to, and sometimes by at or on: to object or be reluctant; to balk, to take exception.

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