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SELF-ABASEMENT Synonyms

There are 7 synonyms of the word self-abasement. (exact relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the word self-abasement. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for SELF-ABASEMENT

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degradation
nounn
noun

• changing to a lower state (a less respected state)

• a low or downcast state

disgrace
nounn
noun

• a state of dishonor

verb

• bring shame or dishonor upon

• reduce in worth or character, usually verbally

• damage the reputation of

dishonor
nounn
noun

• a state of shame or disgrace

• lacking honor or integrity

verb

• bring shame or dishonor upon

• force (someone) to have sex against their will

• refuse to accept

humiliation
nounn
noun

• state of disgrace or loss of self-respect

• strong feelings of embarrassment

• an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect

• depriving one of self-esteem

shame
nounn
noun

• a painful emotion resulting from an awareness of inadequacy or guilt

• a state of dishonor

• an unfortunate development

verb

• bring shame or dishonor upon

• compel through a sense of shame

• cause to be ashamed

• surpass or beat by a wide margin

penance
nounn
noun

• remorse for your past conduct

• a Catholic sacrament; repentance and confession and atonement and absolution

• voluntary self-punishment in order to atone for some wrongdoing

self-mortification
nounn
noun

• voluntary self-punishment in order to atone for some wrongdoing

Best Hypernyms For SELF-ABASEMENT

Here is a list of related hypernyms for self-abasement, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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penalisation penalization penalty punishment

Alternatives for DEGRADATION

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