demurred

demurred的音标为[dɪ"mʊəd]，基本翻译为“反对；拒绝；推辞”，速记技巧为：demur表示反对，反对=disagree，拒绝=refuse。

Demur的英文词源是拉丁语，意为“停留、延迟”。它的变化形式有：present，deem，deme，demin，demire，demur，demure，demu，demul。

相关单词：

1. Demurrage - 滞期费：滞期费是指在货物装卸期间船舶停泊在码头或港口时，由于某种原因未能及时装卸而收取的费用。这个词源于demurrage，表示“延迟费”。

2. Demurrer - 异议：当某人提出异议时，意味着他对某事持有异议或反对意见。这个词源于demur，表示“延迟、异议”。

3. Demurring - 异议的：表示对某事持有异议或反对意见的行为。

Demur在英语中常用于法律和商务领域，表示对某事提出异议或拒绝接受某项提议。它的使用也体现了英语中词义演变和延伸的特点。

常用短语：

1. demur at

2. demur with

3. demur in

4. demur from

5. demur on

6. demur about

7. demur with respect to

双语例句：

1. He demurred at the idea of marriage.

2. She demurred when it came to discussing money.

3. They demurred when it came to taking action.

4. He demurred about accepting the invitation.

5. She demurred when it came to going out for a walk.

6. He demurred with respect to the proposal.

英文小作文：

When it comes to accepting invitations, many people may demur. I am no exception. I often hesitate to accept invitations because I am busy with my studies and work, and I am also concerned about whether I will be able to keep my promises and fulfill my responsibilities. However, I believe that accepting invitations is an important part of socializing and building relationships with others, and it can also help us to improve our communication skills and interpersonal relationships. Therefore, I always try my best to accept invitations when they are offered to me, even if I am busy or have other commitments.