noun An impersonation of demureness; one who behaves demurely.

What does demurely mean?

demure \dih-MYOOR\ adjective. 1 : reserved, modest. 2 : affectedly modest, reserved, or serious : coy.

Can demure be a verb?

verb (used without object), de·murred, de·mur·ring. to make objection, especially on the grounds of scruples; take exception; object: They wanted to make him the treasurer, but he demurred. Law. to interpose a demurrer. Archaic. to linger; hesitate.