Abase and Gird

Abase

Abase verb - To lower in character, dignity, or quality.

Gird and abase are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Gird" instead a verb "Abase".

Nearby Words: abasement, abasing

Gird

Gird verb - To encircle or bind with or as if with a belt.

Abase and gird are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Abase" instead a verb "Gird".

Nearby Words: girdled, girdle, girded, girding
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