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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| mauve | a moderate purple, violet, or lilac color |
| pernicious | highly injurious or destructive : deadly |
| tactful | having or showing tact |
| offensive | making attack : aggressive |
| dingy | dirty |
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| profane | to treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate |
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