| Term | Definition |
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abase |
to humble, degrade, or lower in estimation |
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debase |
to lower or reduce in value, quality |
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degrade |
to lower in rank, dignity, or value |
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disparage |
to speak slightingly of, or to lower in esteem by actions or words |
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deprecate |
to plead earnestly against or to express disapproval of |
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contemn |
to view or treat with scorn or lack of respect |
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flout |
to mock or scorn, or to disregard |
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discredit |
to disbelieve or cause to disbelieve, or to disgrace or do damage to another's name or reputation |
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sully |
to defile, or to make or become soiled or tarnished |
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contumely |
contemtuous, insolent, or insulting language or treatment |
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revile |
to speak abusively or contemptuously of |
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scathing |
bitterly and fiercely severe |