Abase and Tease

Abase

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

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

Nearby Words: abasement, abasing

Tease

Tease verb - To make fun of in a good-natured way.

Abase and tease are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Abase" instead a verb "Tease".

Nearby Words: teasing, teased, teaser, teasel
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