Demur — synonyms, definition

1. demur (Noun)

challenge compunction conscience demurral demurrer difficulty hesitation obstacle qualm refusal remorse scruple twinge uneasiness

demur (Noun) — (law) a formal objection to an opponent's pleadings.

objection

2. demur (Verb)

balk challenge complain defer deliberate desist disagree disapprove dispute except expostulate flinch halt hang hesitate linger object pause protest recoil • • •

demur (Verb) — Take exception to. ex. "he demurred at my suggestion to work on Saturday"

demur (Verb) — (law) enter a demurrer.

object plead