Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
undignify
verb
/ʌnˈdɪɡ.nɪ.faɪ/
Definition
To deprive of dignity or honor; to lower in status or character.
Examples
- Her harsh comments undignified his efforts in the project.
- They felt that the treatment they received from the officials undignified their status as citizens.
- He refused to undignify himself by arguing with someone who was disrespectful.
Meaning
To make someone or something lose their dignified position or self-respect.
Synonyms
- Belittle
- Degrade
- Humiliate
