demotion
Translation
demotion, relegation, downgrading
Examples
His demotion came as a complete shock.
His demotion came as a complete shock.
A demotion is better than losing his job.
A demotion is better than losing his job.
Grammar Patterns
a demotion ((from sth.)) ((to sth.)) a move to a lower rank or position His demotion to a junior role was unexpected.
Similar Words
Synonyms: relegation, downgrading; Antonyms: promotion, advancement
Etymology
From the verb 'demote' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ion'. 'Demote' is from 'de-' (down) + 'movere' (to move).
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of 'demote'. If you get demoted, you receive a demotion.