GRE Word List
ABASE
to lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem
The meaning of the word abase is to lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| mannerism | exaggerated or affected (see affected |
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| irreverence | lack of reverence |
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| compilation | the act or process of compiling |
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