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demoted

/dɪˈmoʊtɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does demoted mean?

verb

To reduce someone's rank or status, often as a form of punishment. To move something to a lower position or level.

Example

"The employee was demoted after a series of poor performance reviews."

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