abasement
|a-base-ment|
C1
/əˈbeɪsmənt/
(abase)
to lower in status
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abasement' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'abaissement', where 'abaisser' meant 'to lower'.
Historical Evolution
'abaissement' changed from the Old French word 'abaissement' and eventually became the modern English word 'abasement'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to lower or reduce in rank', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'humiliation or degradation'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the action or fact of abasing or being abased; humiliation or degradation.
His abasement in front of the crowd was painful to watch.
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Last updated: 2025/03/29 15:06