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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| emend | to correct usually by textual alterations |
| muse | to become absorbed in thought |
| abominable | worthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable |
| suitor | one that petitions or entreats |
| alluvial | relating to, composed of, or found in alluvium |
| pachyderm | any of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin |
| jocular | said or done as a joke : characterized by jesting : playful |
| effectuate | to cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect |
| archipelago | an expanse of water with many scattered islands |
| carnage | the flesh of slain animals or humans |