abase

Definition of abase

verb
– behave in a way that belittles or degrades (someone)
– to bring someone down, often either in their job, rank, office, or their self-esteem

Synonyms of abase

bring low, depress, dishonor, lower, cast down, discredit, humble, reduce, debase, disgrace, humiliate, sink, degrade

Antonyms of abase

advance, elevate, honor, raise, aggrandize, exalt, promote, uplift. dignify

Examples of abase in a Sentence

– The media is trying to abase the singer’s reputation by spreading lies about him.