Demean Definition & Meaning
demean
- verb
- reduce in worth or character, usually verbally; "She tends to put down younger women colleagues"; "His critics took him down after the lecture"
"Demean" in song lyrics
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"Scream, then harsh words to demean"
Visionaries — Humanitree
Words that rhyme with demean
Usage tips for "demean"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does demean mean?
- reduce in worth or character, usually verbally; "She tends to put down younger women colleagues"; "His critics took him down after the lecture"
- What part of speech is demean?
- Demean is a verb.