Definitions

1. verb

to reduce or lower something in value, amount, or degree

“The company’s profits have been abased by the economic downturn.”

2. verb

to reduce or lower someone’s pride or dignity

“He was abased by the cruel words of his enemies.”

3. verb

to bring someone or something down from a high or proud position

“The scandal abased the politician’s reputation.”

4. verb

to lower or reduce something to a lower state or condition

“The rain abased the dry earth, making it fertile again.”

5. adjective

having or showing a reduced or lower quality or amount

“The abased performance of the team left the audience disappointed.”

6. noun

a feeling of shame or guilt

“She felt a deep abasement after her mistake was exposed.”