<p><strong>Verb:</strong></p><ul><li>to cause (a person) a painful loss of pride, self-respect, or dignity.</li><li>to lower in condition, importance, or dignity; abase.</li><li>to destroy the independence, power, or will of.</li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms:</strong></p><ul><li>debase</li><li>abase</li><li>degrade</li><li>shame</li><li>mortify</li><li>disgrace</li><li>dishonor</li></ul><p><strong>Antonyms:</strong></p><ul><li>elevate</li><li>exalt</li><li>dignify</li></ul>