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Meaning of demotes
The primary meaning of the word "demotes" is to lower someone's rank or position.
Etymology of demotes
The word "demotes" comes from the Latin words "de" meaning "down" or "away from" and "motus" meaning "movement", with the verb "demote" entering English in the 15th century, initially meaning to remove from office or to lower in rank
Synonyms
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- To lower someone's rank or position, especially in a company or organization
- * To reduce the importance or status of something
Usage Examples
- The company demotes employees who do not meet their sales targets
- * She was demoted from her position as manager due to poor performance
- * The new policy demotes the role of human judgment in decision-making