Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abased
verb
/əˈbeɪst/
Definition
lowered in rank, office, prestige, or esteem
Examples
- He felt abased after receiving criticism from his peers.
- Her rude comments abased his confidence.
- The teacher abased him publicly, which made him feel small.
Meaning
To lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem; to degrade or humble someone.
Synonyms
- degrade
- humiliate
- demean
- belittle
- lower
