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demean Definition and Meaning in English (demean definition)

verb
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Demean definition: To cause someone to lose their dignity and the respect of others.

Definitions of Demean

  1. 1verb

    To cause someone to lose their dignity and the respect of others.

Example Sentences

“He would never demean himself by asking for charity.”

“Do not demean others with your words or actions.”

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past tensedemeaned
present participledemeaning

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Demean definition: To cause someone to lose their dignity and the respect of others.
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'Demean' translates to 'demean' in English. Demean definition: To cause someone to lose their dignity and the respect of others.
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