Synonyms for Lowering oneself:
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v.
• condescend
- accommodate
, - accord
, - acquiesce
, - agree
, - be courteous
, - bend
, - come down off high horse
, - comply
, - concede
, - degrade oneself
, - deign
, - demean oneself
, - descend
, - favor
, - grant
, - high hat
, - lower oneself
, - oblige
, - see fit
, - submit
, - talk down to
, - toss a few crumbs
, - unbend
, - vouchsafe
, - yield
.
• descend
What are the hypernyms for Lowering oneself?
A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
Other hypernyms:
belittling, abasing oneself, debasing oneself, demeaning oneself, humbling oneself, Committing self-sacrifice, Denigrating oneself, Humiliating oneself, Obliterating oneself, Subjugating oneself, Subordinating oneself, Vilifying oneself.
What are the opposite words for lowering oneself?
The concept of lowering oneself is often associated with negative connotations such as submission, subservience, and inferiority. Conversely, antonyms for this term are words that suggest a sense of dignity, self-respect, and confidence. Some examples of such antonyms include "asserting oneself," "standing up," "elevating oneself," and "maintaining one's integrity." These words imply a sense of strength and empowerment, reflecting one's ability to confidently and independently navigate their surroundings. By embracing these antonyms, individuals can cultivate a mindset that promotes self-worth and assertiveness, rather than feeling the need to lower themselves to fit into predetermined roles or societal expectations.
What are the antonyms for Lowering oneself?
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v.
• condescend
- contradict
, - decline
, - deny
, - disagree
, - disallow
, - disapprove
, - disobey
, - dispute
, - dissent
, - fight
, - hinder
, - oppose
, - prevent
, - protest
, - refuse
, - reject
, - resist
, - rise above
, - veto
, - withhold
.
• descend
Related words: humility, be humble, good advice, do unto others, be good to thyself, walk a mile in someone else’s shoes, lower oneself to the occasion
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