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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WordMeaning
relevanthaving significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand
swaythe action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion
piousmarked by or showing reverence for deity and devotion to divine worship
dispelto drive away or cause to vanish by or as if by scattering : dissipate
anodyneserving to alleviate pain
assuageto lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease
ludicrousamusing or laughable through obvious absurdity, incongruity, exaggeration, or eccentricity
infirmitythe quality or state of being infirm
charmthe chanting or reciting of a magic spell : incantation
inculcateto teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions