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 |
|---|---|
| apogee | the point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is at the greatest distance from the center of the earth |
| persevere | to persist in a state, enterprise, or undertaking in spite of counterinfluences, opposition, or discouragement |
| decrepitude | the quality or state of being decrepit |
| sullen | gloomily or resentfully silent or repressed |
| imbalance | lack of balance : the state of being out of equilibrium or out of proportion |
| effectuate | to cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect |
| politic | political |
| canvass | to go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments |
| engender | beget |
| memoir | an official note or report : memorandum |