abase [verb]

Definition of abase:

cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of

Synonyms of abase:

● Chagrin

● Humble

● Humiliate

● Mortify

● Debase

● Demean

● Degrade

● Reduce

● Disgrace

● Lower

● Belittle


Opposite/Antonyms of abase:

● Exalt

● Extol

● Dignify

● Honor

● Respect

● Cherish

● Aggrandize

● Elevate

● Benefit

● Magnify

● Maximize


Sentence/Example of abase:

How easily an ancient civilization can be made to abase itself completely.