Synonyms of abasement
18 similar words · 10 opposite words
Another word for abasement is degradation. Other synonyms of abasement are humiliation, perversion, debasement, abjection and depravation. The opposite of abasement is reputation.
Synonyms and similar words for abasement
nounThe act of abasing, humbling, or bringing low.
- abjectionA low or downcast condition; meanness of spirit; abasement; degradation.
- debasementThe act of debasing or the state of being debased; a lowering or degradation, especially in character or quality.
- degeneracy
- degeneration
- degradationThe act of reducing in rank, character, or reputation, or of abasing; a lowering from one's standing or rank in office...
- depravationThe act of depraving, or making anything bad; the act of corrupting.
- depression
- deteriorationThe process of making or growing worse, or the state of having grown worse.
- discredit
- dishonorAmerican standard spelling of dishonour.
- fall
- humiliationThe act of humiliating or humbling someone; abasement of pride; mortification.
- lowering
- perversionThe action of perverting someone or something; humiliation; debasement.
- reduction
- shame
- subserviency
- vitiation
Opposite of abasement
nounAntonyms of "abasement".
- aggrandizementThe act of aggrandizing, or the state of being aggrandized or exalted in power, rank, honor, or wealth; exaltation...
- dignity
- elevation
- exaltation
- honor
- promotion
- reputationWhat somebody or something is known for.
- reputeReputation, especially a good reputation.
- standing
- supremacy
Meaning of abasement
- noun The act of abasing, humbling, or bringing low.
- noun The state of being abased or humbled; humiliation or degradation; a feeling of having been reduced in dignity, reputation, stature, self-esteem or respect.
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Questions about synonyms of abasement
- What is another word for abasement?
- Abasement has 18 synonyms on Word.ws, such as degradation, humiliation, perversion, debasement, abjection, depravation, deterioration and dishonor.
- What is the opposite of abasement?
- The opposite of abasement is reputation. Other antonyms of abasement are repute.
- What does abasement mean?
- Abasement means the act of abasing, humbling, or bringing low.
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