DEMOTE - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Verb

assign to a lower position; reduce in rank

Example: She was demoted because she always speaks up; He was broken down to Sergeant

Categories: Delegate, Designate, Depute, Assign

Synonyms

Relegate, Break, Demote, Kick downstairs, Bump

Antonyms

Promote

🔗 Related Words

de – A related word in the same word family.

promote – A related word in the same word family.

🧩 Fun Fact

Words in the same family branched apart as languages evolved in different regions.