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DEMEAN Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the word demean. (exact relations)
There are 5 hypernyms of the word demean. (close relations)
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demeansdemeaneddemeaning

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degrade
verbv
verb

• reduce the level of land, as by erosion

• reduce in worth or character, usually verbally

• lower the grade of something; reduce its worth

belittle
verbv
verb

• cause to seem less serious; play down

• express a negative opinion of

• lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of

insult
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a rude expression intended to offend or hurt

• a deliberately offensive act or something producing the effect of deliberate disrespect

verb

• treat, mention, or speak to rudely

disgrace
nounn
noun

• a state of dishonor

verb

• bring shame or dishonor upon

• reduce in worth or character, usually verbally

• damage the reputation of

take down
verbv
verb

• move something or somebody to a lower position

• reduce in worth or character, usually verbally

• tear down so as to make flat with the ground

• make a written note of

Best Hypernyms For DEMEAN

Here is a list of related hypernyms for demean, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (5)
abase chagrin humble humiliate mortify

Alternatives for DEGRADE

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