Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase closest in meaning to the word in bold letters.

Demean

  1. Dig

  2. Lure

  3. Degrade

  4. None of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Demean means to lower in dignity, humble, or degrade someone. Degrade is the closest synonym, meaning to reduce someone's worth or treat them with disrespect. Dig means to excavate, Lure means to entice, and None of these is incorrect.

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