flunkyize

/ˈflʌŋkaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to make someone a flunky, especially in a humiliating or degrading manner.

“The politician’s opponents sought to flunkyize him by exposing his past scandals.”

2. noun

the act of making someone a flunky, especially in a humiliating or degrading manner.

“The media coverage of the scandal was a clear example of flunkyization.”

Synonyms

  • degrade
  • demote
  • humiliate
  • subordinate

Antonyms

  • elevate
  • empower
  • promote
  • uplift