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demotion Synonyms
Another word for demotion
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• noun (Context 1)
A reduction in rank, status, or position, especially in a workplace, organization, or sports league.
Usage Example
"After failing to meet the quarterly sales targets, the regional manager faced a sudden downgrading to an entry-level role."
Strongest
downgrading
relegation
Strong
downgrade
degradation
deposition
Weak
reduction
Opposites of demotion
The opposite of demotion shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
promotion
advancement
elevation
upgrade
preferment
exaltation
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Demotion. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/demotion