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 |
|---|---|
| arcane | known or knowable only to a few people : secret |
| conciliatory | intended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate |
| resort | one that affords aid or refuge : resource |
| coddle | to cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point |
| ascribe | to refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing |
| adjoin | to add or attach by joining |
| medium | something in a middle position |
| executive | of or relating to the execution of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs |
| circumspect | careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent |
| incompatible | not compatible: such as |