demean
US /dɪˈmiːn/
UK /dɪˈmiːn/
1.
vernederen, vernedering
cause a severe loss in the dignity of and respect for (someone or something)
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He felt demeaned by the way his boss spoke to him.
Hij voelde zich vernederd door de manier waarop zijn baas tegen hem sprak.
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Such behavior would demean the office of the president.
Zulk gedrag zou het ambt van de president ondermijnen.