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demotion-centered

|de/mo/tion-cen/tered|

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/dɪˈmoʊʃən ˈsɛntərd/

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/dɪˈməʊʃən ˈsɛntəd/

focus on demotion

Etymology
Etymology Information

'demotion-centered' originates from the word 'demotion,' which comes from the Latin word 'demotio,' where 'de-' meant 'down' and 'motio' meant 'movement.'

Historical Evolution

'demotion' changed from the Latin word 'demotio' and eventually became the modern English word 'demotion.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a movement downwards,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a reduction in rank or status.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

focused on or revolving around the concept of demotion.

The company's new policy is demotion-centered, aiming to reduce managerial positions.

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Last updated: 2025/01/14 12:51