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ABASES

(verb)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Abases.

Abases - as a verb

Cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of

Example: "He humiliated his colleague by criticising him in front of the boss"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chagrin13humble13humiliate14mortify15
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bruise8hurt7injure13offend13spite7wound9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He abases himself before his boss to gain favor."
"She abases her opponents with her cutting insults."
"The dictator abases anyone who dares to question his authority."
"The bully abases his classmates to feel powerful."
"The coach abases his players to motivate them to work harder."
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Word Game Points

Is ABASES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, abases is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ABASES has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is ABASES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, abases is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ABASES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is ABASES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, abases is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ABASES has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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