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
impendingoccurring or likely to occur soon : upcoming
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busta sculptured representation of the upper part of the human figure including the head and neck and usually part of the shoulders and breast
validhaving legal efficacy or force
fanfarea short and lively sounding of trumpets
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randoma haphazard course
disdaina feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior : scorn
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane