demean

Meanings

• verb

  To treat someone in a disrespectful or contemptuous manner; to behave in an insulting or mocking way.

• verb

  To express contempt or scorn; to belittle or ridicule.

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Pronunciation

1. /dɪˈmiːn/
   
   
   
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2. /dɪˈmiːn/
   
   
   
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3. /dɪˈmiːn/
   
   
   
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4. /dɪˈmiːn/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with demean
dream , seem , beam , extream

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Variants

List of all variants of demean that leads to same result
demean , demeaned , demeaning , demeans

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to keep in mind' or 'to remember'. The current meaning developed from the Middle English 'deme' meaning 'opinion, judgment'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'demean' comes from the Old French 'demenar', meaning 'to lead, conduct, or guide'.

2. In medieval Europe, a 'demeanor' referred to the behavior of a lord towards his subjects.

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Related Concepts

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1. Contempt: A feeling of disrespect or scorn for someone or something.

2. Disrespect: A lack of politeness or consideration for someone or something.

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Culture

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In literature, 'demean' has been used to describe characters who behave in a disrespectful or contemptuous manner towards others. For example, in Shakespeare's 'Othello', Iago's actions towards Othello and Desdemona are described as a 'demeaning' of their relationship.

How to Memorize "demean"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize someone acting in a disrespectful or contemptuous manner towards someone else. Imagine their body language, tone of voice, and the look on their face.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'demean' with the feeling of disrespect or contempt. Think about how someone's actions can 'demean' another person.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Demeaning someone is a sign of a weak mind' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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