Self-abased

Self`-a`based´


a. 1. Humbled by consciousness of inferiority, unworthiness, guilt, or shame.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary, published 1913 by G. & C. Merriam Co.
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The boy himself was next laid at the feet of her supposed rival, and well might the self-abased wife of the Teton believe that the burden of her sacrifice was now full.
During her address, President Tsai conceded that the country was facing 'a lot of challenges and pressure', but said 'we would not be self-abased and thus give up our duties to the international community.'

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