GRE Word List
DEBASE
to lower in status, esteem, quality, or character
The meaning of the word debase is to lower in status, esteem, quality, or character.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| quorum | a select group |
| fit | acceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper |
| sinuous | of a serpentine or wavy form : winding |
| deign | to condescend reluctantly and with a strong sense of the affront to one's superiority that is involved : stoop |
| sportive | frolicsome |
| penology | a branch of criminology dealing with prison management and the treatment of offenders |
| carnage | the flesh of slain animals or humans |
| throng | a multitude of assembled persons |
| stockade | a line of stout posts set firmly to form a defense |
| studied | carefully considered or prepared : thoughtful |