GRE Word List

DEMEAN

to lower in character, status, or reputation

The meaning of the word demean is to lower in character, status, or reputation.

Random words

WordMeaning
tractablecapable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile
plasticitythe quality or state of being plastic
far-fetchedbrought from a remote time or place
litigationthe act, process, or practice of settling a dispute in a court of law : the act or process of litigating
paradigmexample
monarchyundivided rule or absolute sovereignty by a single person
indubitabletoo evident to be doubted : unquestionable
regenta person who governs a kingdom in the minority, absence, or disability of the sovereign
nepotismfavoritism (as in appointment to a job) based on kinship
stammerto make involuntary stops and repetitions in speaking : stutter