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 |
|---|---|
| derivative | a word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation |
| bifurcated | divided into two branches or parts |
| bandy | to discuss lightly or banteringly |
| squabble | a noisy altercation or quarrel usually over petty matters |
| pell-mell | in mingled confusion or disorder |
| deposition | a testifying especially before a court |
| bank | a mound, pile, or ridge raised above the surrounding level: such as |
| personify | to conceive of or represent as a person or as having human qualities or powers |
| 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 |
| catastrophe | a momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin |