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abasement

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Abasement (noun) means the act of lowering or humbling someone.

noun
1
The act of lowering or humbling someone.
2
The feeling or state of being humbled, with a loss of dignity, reputation or self-respect.
"After his actions, my abasement is complete, and I can be humiliated no more."
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Etymology

Came into English as Middle English abaissement, from Middle French abaissement ("astonishment"); equivalent to abase and -ment. Compare French abaissement.

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What is the meaning of abasement?
"abasement" (noun) means the act of lowering or humbling someone.
What is another word for abasement?
Other words for "abasement" include degradation, humiliation, abjection.
What is the opposite of abasement?
Opposites of "abasement" include elevation, honor, dignity, exaltation.
What are the different meanings of abasement?
"abasement" has 2 main meanings: 1. The act of lowering or humbling someone; 2. The feeling or state of being humbled, with a loss of dignity, reputation or self-respect.

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