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
accordto grant or give especially as appropriate, due, or earned
cameoa gem carved in relief (see relief
propagateto cause to continue or increase by sexual or asexual reproduction
expoundto set forth : state
refractoryresisting control or authority : stubborn
tenantone who has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or tenements of another
tauthaving no give or slack : tightly drawn
stammerto make involuntary stops and repetitions in speaking : stutter
thriftygiven to or marked by economy and good management
sinecurean office or position that requires little or no work and that usually provides an income