abase
verb | /abase/
Essential WordsMEDIUM
to lower in rank, prestige, or esteem
abase
verb | /abase/
Essential WordsMEDIUMto lower in rank, prestige, or esteem
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Synonyms
bring lowdepressdishonorhumiliatedegradedebase
Antonyms
advanceelevatehonorexaltpromoteuplift
Examples
"The scandal served to abase the politician in the eyes of voters."
"Don't abase yourself by apologising excessively when it's not your fault."
Mnemonic Trick
Think: a + base (to make base) → lower
Etymology
from Old French abaissier “to lower” via Vulgar Latin
Source: Essential WordsAdded: 11/13/2025
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