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
shadecomparative darkness or obscurity owing to interception of the rays of light
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filingan act or instance of using a file
hacklesone of the long narrow feathers on the neck or saddle of a bird
criteriaa standard on which a judgment or decision may be based
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formalitycompliance with formal or conventional rules : ceremony