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Demure Definition 2025. Dictionary.com calls demure's rise in usage meteoric in 2025, after lebron started. Brainrot, brat, extreme weather, midwest nice and weird round out the shortlist.

The word “demure” has been named dictionary.com’s word of the year for 2025, reflecting its dramatic rise in popularity and evolving cultural significance. For 2025, the chosen word is demure—a term that has transcended its traditional meaning to become a symbol of mindfulness, quiet confidence, and intentional living.