Abearance

/əˈbɛr.əns/ noun

Definition

An archaic term meaning behavior, deportment, or the manner of bearing oneself.

Etymology

From abear + -ance (state of being). This noun form derives from the archaic verb abear.

Kelly Says

Words like 'abearance' show how English constantly sheds old vocabulary—nobody uses it anymore, but it once meant something like 'your whole vibe' or public presentation.

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