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 |
|---|---|
| secular | of or relating to the worldly or temporal |
| stumble | to fall into sin or waywardness |
| numismatist | the study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals) |
| garrulous | given to prosy, rambling, or tedious loquacity : pointlessly or annoyingly talkative |
| abrasive | causing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade |
| calculated | apt |
| propellant | capable of propelling |
| replenish | to fill or build up again |
| culvert | a transverse drain |
| buccaneer | any of the freebooters preying on Spanish ships and settlements especially in 17th century West Indies |