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 |
|---|---|
| carat | a unit of fineness for gold equal to ¹/₂₄ part of pure gold in an alloy |
| scourge | whip |
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| defeatist | an attitude of accepting, expecting, or being resigned to defeat |
| significant | having meaning |
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| colloquy | conversation |