relegate
Translation
to relegate, to downgrade, to consign
Examples
He was relegated to a minor role.
He was relegated to a minor role.
She relegates the boring tasks to her assistant.
She relegates the boring tasks to her assistant.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) ((to sth.)) to assign to an inferior rank or position The team was relegated to the second division.
Similar Words
Synonyms: downgrade, demote, consign; Antonyms: promote, upgrade
Etymology
From Latin 're-' (back) + 'legare' (to send). Literally 'to send back' or 'send away'.
Memory Tips
Think of a sports team being 'relegated' to a lower league.