1. causing someone to lose dignity or respect; degrading or humiliating

Examples

• The boss’s constant criticism was demeaning to the employees.
• She refused to do the demeaning task of cleaning up after others.
• His demeaning comments about her appearance were completely inappropriate.
• The job required demeaning work that made her feel worthless.
• Making fun of someone’s accent is demeaning and hurtful.
• The teacher’s demeaning attitude toward struggling students was unprofessional.