😞demean

verb
/dɪˈmiːn/

Meaning

to cause someone to lose dignity or respect

Example Sentences

The manager demeaned his employees with rude remarks.

Example Expressions

demeaning behavior

Synonyms

degrade, humiliate, insult, belittle

Antonyms

respect, honor, praise

Collocations

demean oneself, demean others, demean character, demean reputation

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