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Demeaning

Verb / dɪˈmi:nɪŋ / Another word for demeaning — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Demeaning means causing someone to lose their dignity and respect.

Synonyms & similar words

mortifying putdown degrade humiliating takedown disgrace humbling demean degrading humiliating disparaging belittling depreciatory disrespectful insulting derogatory deprecatory abasing debasing devaluing cheapening shaming mortifying discrediting deflating diminishing vilifying slandering

Example sentences

  1. She felt demeaned by the way he spoke to her.
  2. His demeaning comments made her want to leave.
  3. The teacher scolded him for his demeaning behavior towards his classmates.
  4. He realized how demeaning his actions had been and apologized.
  5. The boss was known for his demeaning treatment of his employees.

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