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 |
|---|---|
| tumid | marked by swelling : swollen |
| restive | stubbornly resisting control : balky |
| marshal | a high official in the household of a medieval king, prince, or noble originally having charge of the cavalry but later usually in command of the military forces |
| magisterial | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative |
| fuss: | trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby |
| singular | of or relating to a separate person or thing : individual |
| brunt | the principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack) |
| monotony | tedious sameness |
| tan | to make (skin) tan especially by exposure to the sun |
| smirk | to smile in a smug or condescending way |