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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WordMeaning
prostratestretched out with face on the ground in adoration or submission
decorousmarked by propriety and good taste : correct
engenderbeget
tacitexpressed or carried on without words or speech
vigilantalertly watchful especially to avoid danger
composta mixture that consists largely of decayed organic matter and is used for fertilizing and conditioning land
facetiousjoking or jesting often inappropriately : waggish
stumbleto fall into sin or waywardness
exorciseto expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration
shackhut