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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| gratis | without charge or recompense : free |
| exchequer | a department or office of state in medieval England charged with the collection and management of the royal revenue and judicial determination of all revenue causes |
| scanty | limited or less than sufficient in degree, quantity, or extent |
| hoard | a supply or fund stored up and often hidden away |
| douse | to plunge into water |
| mealymouthed | not plain and straightforward : devious |
| prudent | characterized by, arising from, or showing prudence: such as |
| lank | not well filled out : slender |
| undermine | to subvert or weaken insidiously or secretly |
| embitter | to excite bitter feelings in |