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abasement

Pronunciation: [əˈbeɪsmənt]

Word

Context: "feelings"

(noun) when someone feels very ashamed or humiliated. It's like when people treat you badly, and you feel really low or worthless.

Example

After the public abasement, she found strength in herself to rise again.

Example

He realized that living without abasement was important for his self-esteem.

Example

Have you ever experienced abasement after making a mistake?

Context: "social situations"

(noun) the act of lowering someone’s dignity or self-worth. This can happen when someone is made to feel small or unimportant on purpose.

Example

The teacher’s supportive words prevented any feelings of abasement among the students.

Example

Her harsh comments were a source of abasement instead of encouragement.

Example

What can we do to avoid the abasement of others in our group?

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