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
infinitesimalimmeasurably or incalculably small
miteany of numerous small acarid arachnids that often infest animals, plants, and stored foods and include important disease vectors
resignrelegate
piebaldcomposed of incongruous parts
resolveto deal with successfully : clear up
retortto pay or hurl back : return
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
flusterto put into a state of agitated confusion : upset
haggleto cut roughly or clumsily : hack
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