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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| statutory | of or relating to statutes |
| detain | to hold or keep in or as if in custody |
| vie | to strive for superiority : contend |
| feud | a mutual enmity or quarrel that is often prolonged or inveterate (see inveterate |
| malcontent | a discontented person: |
| precipitant | precipitate |
| stereotype | to make a stereotype from |
| debunk | to expose the sham (see sham |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| demure | reserved |