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demotional

/dɪˈmoʊ.ʃən.əl/advanced Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.adjective

Relating to or characterized by a demotion; involving a reduction in rank, status, or position.

Example Sentences:
  • The company faced a wave of demotional restructuring that left many senior managers feeling undervalued.
  • He struggled to cope with the demotional impact of his transfer to a less prestigious department.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the verb 'demote' (from Latin 'de-', meaning 'down' or 'away', and 'movere', meaning 'to move') combined with the suffix '-al', indicating a relationship to the act of being lowered in rank or status.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of 'demote' + 'emotional': A demotional experience is one that makes you feel sad or lowered in status.

Frequently Asked Questions About “demotional

1. What is the meaning of “demotional” in English?

In English, demotional (adjective) is defined as: “Relating to or characterized by a demotion; involving a reduction in rank, status, or position.”.

2. How do you use “demotional” in a sentence?

The company faced a wave of demotional restructuring that left many senior managers feeling undervalued.

3. What are English synonyms of “demotional”?

Common synonyms include:degrading,downgrading,reductive

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “demotional”?

Derived from the verb 'demote' (from Latin 'de-', meaning 'down' or 'away', and 'movere', meaning 'to move') combined with the suffix '-al', indicating a relationship to the act of being lowered in rank or status.