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 |
|---|---|
| crypt | a chamber (such as a vault) wholly or partly underground |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| devotee | an ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport) |
| unwieldy | not easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome |
| artifice | clever or artful skill : ingenuity |
| render | to melt down |
| inveigle | to win over by wiles : entice |
| antiquated | outmoded or discredited by reason of age : old and no longer useful, popular, or accepted |
| laborious | involving, requiring, or characterized by hard and sustained effort : arduous |
| ashen | of, relating to, or made from ash wood |