Relegate
mediumREL-uh-gate
verb
Definition
to assign to a lower or less important position; to banish
Examples
“His controversial theories were relegated to a footnote in the official history.”
“After the scandal, she was relegated to a windowless office in the basement.”
Synonyms
Antonyms
Categories
GRE Tip
Relegate is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "demote" or "downgrade" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "promote".
Related GRE Words
appropriate
(verb) To take something for one's own use without permission; (adjective) suitable or proper
arrest
(verb) To stop or check the progress of something; to seize by legal authority
eminent
Famous and respected within a particular field; outstanding
engender
To cause or give rise to; to produce or bring about
galvanize
To shock or excite someone into taking action
negate
to nullify; make ineffective or invalid
Master relegate and 1,000+ GRE words
Learn through stories, practice with real GRE questions, and never forget with spaced repetition.