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.
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| meter | systematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm |
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| puerile | juvenile |
| minute | the 60th part of an hour of time : 60 seconds |
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