Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Demean.
How to pronounce demean:
UK
Demean - as a verb
Reduce in worth or character, usually verbally
Example: "She tends to put down younger women colleagues"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
degrade10disgrace12take downHypernyms (Closely Related)
abase7chagrin13humble13humiliate14mortify15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Demean - as a noun
Management; treatment.
Behavior; conduct; bearing; demeanor.
Demesne.
Resources; means.
Example Sentences
"He demeaned himself by groveling in front of his boss."
"The teacher never demeans her students; she always raises their self-esteem."
"She demeaned her sister by mocking her in front of others."
"The politician's rude comments demeaned his opponent's character."
"As a professional, it is important not to demean your colleagues."
Word Game Points
Is DEMEAN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, demean is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEMEAN has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is DEMEAN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, demean is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEMEAN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is DEMEAN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, demean is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEMEAN has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
