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 |
|---|---|
| dowse | to plunge into water |
| vortex | something that resembles a whirlpool |
| permissive | granted on sufferance : tolerated |
| medium | something in a middle position |
| mitigate | to cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify |
| pathetic | having a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity |
| haunt | to visit often : frequent |
| hibernal | of, relating to, or occurring in winter |
| distort | to twist (see twist |
| unintimidating | not causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating |