Demote
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈməʊt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Demote is a verb meaning (transitive) To lower the rank or status of.
Meaning
(transitive) To lower the rank or status of.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To relegate.
Example Sentences
James was demoted from branch manager to assistant manager due to his poor discipline.
In 1036, shortly after arriving at Yi-ling, Ou-yang Hsiu sent a lengthy letter to his friend, Yin Shu, who had been demoted at the same time as Ou-yang Hsiu and sent to Ying-chou (modern Chung-hsiang, Hupeh).
Word Forms
- demotes
- demoting
- demoted
Synonyms for demote
Depending on context, synonyms include degrade, humble, reduce, abase, debase, defame.
Antonyms for demote
Common opposites include promote, advance, elevate, raise, upgrade.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include relegate, break, bump, downgrade, degradation, degrade.
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