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 |
|---|---|
| gradation | a series forming successive stages |
| killjoy | one who spoils the pleasure of others |
| bogus | not genuine : counterfeit |
| wither | to become dry and sapless |
| dignitary | one who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor |
| resuscitate | to revive from apparent death or from unconsciousness |
| manipulate | to treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner |
| ascetic | practicing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline |
| maniacal | affected with or suggestive of madness |
| shrivel | to draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture |