Abasement (Noun)
Meaning 1
A low or downcast state; "each confession brought her into an attitude of abasement"- H.L.Menchken.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The prisoner's abasement was evident in his slumped posture and downcast eyes as he stood before the judge.
- Her apology was sincere, but the tone of abasement in her voice made it sound insincere to her critics.
- The company's financial struggles had brought it to a state of abasement, forcing it to lay off hundreds of employees.
- The politician's scandal had led to his public abasement, with many calling for his resignation.
- The character's journey was one of gradual abasement, as he struggled with addiction and personal demons.
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Meaning 2
Depriving one of self-esteem.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.